I can say this loudly now, but I could never admit to be quietly optimistic in the build up to our festive game. Once the line ups were announced, seeing how strong we were and who sarries were missing, this was a game we could go after. We had a big win in us, and Christmas was the time to deliver against the best team in the country. The media team had already told us we were expecting the biggest crowd of the season, and arriving an hour early, that was clear to see. Plenty fans arrived early and the bars and stands were filling nicely.
