Social media reacts to semi final win
Hull FC's Danny Houghton lays dejected after the defeat.
Leeds Rhinos have booked their spot in a tenth Grand Final in 20 seasons with their semi final win over Hull FC and twitter lit up on Friday night as players and fans reacted.
Danny McGuire and Rob Burrow played their last game together at Headingley Carnegie but McGuire took time out to praise his former team mate and good friend Gareth Ellis after the game.
Credit to hull who’ve had a fantastic year. To this man @gazellis12 a true gentleman and great friend. What a career!! #moregolfnow pic.twitter.com/8r7CrTdxbh
— Danny McGuire (@DannyMcguire6) September 29, 2017
Rob Burrow expressed his gratitude to fans for their support.
Not sure what to say really! I’m very humbled by the whole evening. Me & the legend @DannyMcguire6 are truly grateful #ThankYou #mot
— Rob Burrow (@Rob7Burrow) September 29, 2017
Adam Cuthbertson was nearly speechless and is looking forward to going back to another Grand Final.
Wow…. ????????????????@leedsrhinos #mot here we come Old Trafford! ????
— ADAM CUTHBERTSON (@cuthbertson85) September 29, 2017
Whilst forward Brett Ferres will be appearing his first final after coming off the bench in the win over Hull FC.
Took me nearly 14 years over my career to finally reach a final. Roll on next week. Dreams do come true. Never give up n always believe #blessed
— Brett Ferres (@BrettFerres11) September 30, 2017
Brad Singleton was man of the match against Hull but took to twitter to share his concern for his team mate and pal Stevie Ward.
Very emotional game, we’re not done yet. My thoughts are with @Ste_Ward after tonight, wouldn’t be where we are without him #warrior #mot
— Brad Singleton (@bradsingo) September 29, 2017
Sky Sports tweeted their post match interview with an emotional Brian McDermott
WATCH: Does it get any more emotional than this?! Leeds boss Brian McDermott couldn’t speak after victory over Hull! https://t.co/ehHr3Zr8Wp pic.twitter.com/86vqDm3gVI
— Sky Sports RL ???? (@SkySportsRL) September 29, 2017
Leeds boxer Josh Warrington donned the blue and amber to show his support for the boys ahead of the game at Old Trafford next Saturday.
Well done to the @leedsrhinos tonight, dug deep and got over the line. Tough grand final to come but we know how to do the big occasions ???? pic.twitter.com/IuN9ghVj1q
— Josh Warrington (@J_Warrington) September 29, 2017
Whilst 2004 Grand Final winner Richard Mathers is an anticipating a classic encounter between two of his former clubs.
What a @SuperLeague GF @CTRLFC v @leedsrhinos is going to be next Saturday, 1st v 2nd. If that doesn’t sell out I don’t know what will.
— Richard Mathers (@RichardMathers) September 29, 2017
Ryan Bailey is still able to do what he wants after he left no one in any doubt which one of his former clubs he will be backing at Old Trafford.
We’ll done @leedsrhinos now lets go smash cas #alldaylong
— RYAN BAILEY (@BAILS168) September 29, 2017
Another former player, the legendary Danny Buderus sent his best wishes from Australia.
What a fitting finale for 2 champions @DannyMcguire6 @Rob7Burrow congratulations to club and fans outstanding @leedsrhinos
— Danny Buderus (@Bedsy78) September 29, 2017
Leeds United owner Andrea Radrizzani nailed his blue and amber colours to his mast by backing the Rhinos for the big West Yorkshire derby at Old Trafford.
Congratulations @leedsrhinos for achieving the final after an incredible game #MOT we all support you next week ! Come on Leeds! ????????????????
— Andrea Radrizzani (@andrearadri) September 29, 2017
Lifelong Rhinos fan and Ripper Street star Matthew Lewis had a nervous night watching the semi final.
This is possibly the most tense I’ve ever been with my feet up and a beer in my hand. Still rather be at Headingley. Come on @leedsrhinos!
— Matthew Lewis (@Mattdavelewis) September 29, 2017
Leeds City Council Chief Executive Tom Riordan sent his best regards.
Brilliant @leedsrhinos ! https://t.co/uToV7ecXIL
— Tom Riordan (@tomriordan) September 29, 2017
Leeds born Jason Robinson is looking forward to a classic Grand Final next Saturday evening.
Great win by @leedsrhinos! The Grand Final should be a cracker!!#casvlee
— Jason Robinson OBE (@Jason15Robinson) September 29, 2017
Jonny Brownlee had a night in front of the tele watching the Rhinos.
Get in!!!! Well done @leedsrhinos. Could be the perfect send off for some Rhino legends https://t.co/JtzecQtbRs
— Jonathan Brownlee (@jonny_brownlee) September 29, 2017
BBC presenter Mark Chapman was quick to praise the sportsmanship shown between both sets of players.
For one of them it had to end tonight. Proper sportsmen. Proper sportsmanship. #SLLeeHul pic.twitter.com/v1JhHVhh5B
— Mark Chapman (@markchapman) September 29, 2017
Thank you to @dannymcguire6 and @rob7burrow for so many incredible memories #1moregame pic.twitter.com/MyMO68hkB7
— Leeds Rhinos (@leedsrhinos) September 29, 2017
