I aint throwing figures, i may not know 100% but from being at the ground, there were only really 2-3 bays of rooster fans and a few more on the top level, it doesnt really matter in the end, they were the ones cheering :xWhile we are throwing out figures with no provable accuracy...I'd say there were about 15k Rooster fans there. :sarcasm:
Pity all the media attention for last night's game has made everyone forget about the local derby this afternoon. If it was at Kogorah it'd be a guaranteed sell-out but at ANZ it'll be lucky to draw 17k IMO.
Great crowds for both games - I don't get my hopes up as a rule for Sydney crowds these days and was half-expecting 29k. Woulda been happy with over 30, and I'm stoked with 36k.
Another GREAT effort by Melbourne imo. We have to keep in mind that Melboune is freakin' ages away from Brissie and people won't go down to games as a rule if it's on Friday night. There were bugger-all Brisbane fans there last night from what I saw, it was a sea of purple!
i never want to see a local derby at anz again
Worst atmosphere Ive ever been in in my life .. Just horrendous .. But I think there was 15k . because the Western concourse was pretty packed.
It consistently amazes me when the poor Dragons crowds cause surprise. The Dragons simply don't have a large Sydney based following. How much evidence do people need. They are a big club out in the country and up in Qld and are well supported away from town but in town they are a washout.
Sometimes I almost wish the dragons were cut from the nrl.
Seriously, or moved to woolongong full time.
Then they go and get bennett....