The blue print is set for Widnes as the Vikings search to taste play-off success

Widnes travel to Newcastle Saturday afternoon in search of another victory that would secure Widnes a home play-off semi-final.

The Vikings have grew in confidence as the season has progressed and currently look a battle hardened team ready to compete in the final stages of the 2026 Championship campaign.

Tough goal line defence under the highest of pressure was a highlight against Oldham to earn the Vikings a 30-24 victory over Oldham to advance through to the next stage of the Championships play-offs.

What stood out above all was the Vikings attacking flair and confidence to post points against a star studded Oldham team.

The destruction of Adam Lawton close to the line is a danger to any team. In clashes against Oldham and London the giant Back-row couldn’t be contained and is a vital weapon for Widnes to unleash as the play-offs progress.

Danny Richardson and Tom Gilmore continue to gel with each game the pair feature in. Gilmore moves the team around the pitch, whilst Richardson’s kicking game and threat ball in hand continues to trouble teams.

Nathan Connell is scoring tries for fun with his illusive running game and support play. Ryan Ince is always a threat within try scoring range and Jumah Sambou has produced moments of brilliance on his return to fitness.

The Vikings have a hunger and belief in the group at present and their attacking ability is enough to concern any team they compete against.

Points are pressure in Rugby League and their attacking performance against Oldham had supporters on the edge of their seat.

The tactics and finesse on display against Oldham is arguably the blue print for Widnes to follow for the remainder of the play-off campaign. The Vikings attack when in full flow is a match for any team.