Tough trip in store WIGAN Coach Frank Endacott is expecting nothing but a tough ride from Salford City Reds at the Willows this weekend.

Endacott, who takes his third placed Warriors to the Willows on Sunday (6pm) is well aware that there is a real threat coming from John Harvey's men tomorrow.

Endacott said: "Salford really need to get their season back on track after a couple of recent losses and we are expecting a backlash. Towards the end of last season, they gave us a really tough game at the Willows and we had to dig deep to get a win. We are expecting nothing less this time.

"John Harvey has instilled a real spirit amongst his charges and they are playing some great rugby at the moment. They have made an early mark on the competition and have proved that they will be no-ones pushovers this term.

"Players in their ranks that deserve special attention include Martin Offiah, Francis Maloney and Bobbie Goulding. I have long been an admirer of Darren Brown too who for my money is one of the best import players in Super League.

"We have selected a team very similar to the one which faced Wakefield here at the JJB Stadium. We felt that there was no need to make changes as we put in a very solid performance against the Wildcats.

"There was no individual who deserved to be dropped after that game, although Brian Carney has had to pull out because of a hamstring injury. He will probably miss the next two to three weeks."