In a heart-stopping Super League spectacle that will be talked about for years to come, the Salford Red Devils snatched victory from the jaws of defeat against Hull FC in a chaotic and historic golden point extra-time thriller, finishing 25-24.
The match, an absolute rollercoaster of emotions, was ultimately decided by the ice-cool boot of Marc Sneyd. The veteran half-back slotted a decisive one-pointer in the 83rd minute, sending the home fans into raptures and leaving Hull FC utterly devastated.
A Tale of Two Halves and Stunning Comebacks
The game seemed all but over at halftime, with Salford holding a commanding 18-0 lead. However, Hull FC emerged from the break a side transformed, mounting a ferocious comeback to level the scores and force the game into an additional, nerve-shredding period.
The drama reached a fever pitch in the final seconds of regular time. With the score locked at 24-24, Salford were awarded a penalty within kicking range. In a shocking turn of events, stand-in captain Sneyd, usually a dead-eye with the boot, uncharacteristically pushed his potential match-winning attempt wide of the posts.
Golden Point Agony and Ecstasy
The missed kick sent the game into golden point extra time—a first for both clubs in the Super League era. The tension was palpable as both sides traded field position, knowing a single mistake could prove fatal.
It was Sneyd who redeemed himself, showing immense mental fortitude to calmly slot the winning drop goal and secure two massive competition points for the Red Devils. The victory propels Paul Rowley's men into the top six, providing a huge boost to their playoff aspirations.
For Hull FC and interim coach Simon Grix, the loss is a cruel one. Their second-half fightback showcased tremendous character, but their inability to close out the game after such a heroic effort will be a bitter pill to swallow.
