Jonny Lomax’s Winning Drop-Goal Secures Victory for St Helens

In a thrilling Super League clash, St Helens emerged victorious against Huddersfield with Jonny Lomax’s last-minute drop-goal securing a dramatic win at the Totally Wicked Stadium.

Huddersfield started strong, taking a 12-0 lead early on with tries from Kevin Naiqama and Adam Swift. However, St Helens fought back with Tommy Makinson and Daryl Clarke scoring crucial tries to level the game.

As the clock ticked down, it looked like the match was heading for extra time until Lomax stepped up and nailed a long-range drop-goal with just 30 seconds remaining, sending the home crowd into a frenzy.

Despite being second best in the first half, St Helens showed resilience and determination in the second half to eventually wear down Huddersfield and claim the victory. The win sees them return to the top of the Super League standings, edging out Catalans on points difference.

Huddersfield, who were aiming for their sixth straight win, put up a strong fight throughout the game, but ultimately fell short in the final moments. Head coach Ian Watson praised his team’s character and resilience, highlighting the progress they have made this season.

The match was a true display of grit and determination from both sides, with St Helens ultimately coming out on top thanks to Lomax’s heroics. The win marks their 10th consecutive victory over Huddersfield, solidifying their status as a dominant force in the Super League.

St Helens will look to build on this momentum as they continue their quest for silverware, while Huddersfield will take confidence from their performance and look to bounce back in their next outing.