Credit: Sky Sports
The Red Devils have started to pick up form recently including a 42-14 win over Hull FC. Leadership in Richard Marshall’s side has been a struggle this year with Lee Mossop retiring on medical grounds having previously captained the side in a Challenge Cup and Super League grand final.
Salford forward Greg Burke spoke about what it means to be a captain and what a massive honour it is to accept the role.
“It’s a massive honour as we have really struggled with big injuries.
“It’s an honour to be seen as a leader and I was more than happy to accept being captain, it’s a privilege to be honest.
“There are still some games where I feel that as a collective we haven’t put our front foot forward and let ourselves down a bit.
“However, over the season after coming back from the injury, I wanted to jump in and stay in the side which was my main goal.
“I’ve been a bit behind in terms of pre-season and I have set out and achieved that goal. These last few games are about building again and working towards next year.”
Magic Weekend is a highlight of the Rugby League calendar and is an event that has produced memories for fans over the years, however for Burke, it holds a personal memory and one that he will remember for years to come.
“It’s a highlight to be playing at Magic, it’s a big occasion, it’s not quite a final. Two years ago, it was held at Anfield and my grandad was a Liverpool supporter so to run out there was massive,” added Burke.
“If people have personal feelings towards the event then it’s massive for them so hopefully we can put in a performance as big as the event.”
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