Preview: Reds v Tigers (R27)

Castleford Tigers, who are hoping to secure their engage Super League status before the final weekend, are considering starting the match at Salford City Reds with 38-year-old assistant coach Brad Davis.

The former Wakefield Trinity Wildcats scrum-half returned from a three-month lay-off with a dislocated shoulder to play a pivotal role as a substitute in last week?s 27-12 win over Harlequins RL.

"I am still thinking of starting with him," said head coach Terry Matterson. "I thought he made a difference last week and he will be better for the run."

Castleford expect to have around 2,000 fans following them to Salford after local businesses laid on free transport.

"We?re taking about 22 coaches," said Matterson. "It?s going to feel like a home game."

Salford, who still need a point to make sure of a first appearance ever in the play-offs, are without full-back Karl Fitzpatrick but have included utility back Stephen Myler in their 18-man squad.

Salford City Reds v Castleford Tigers, Friday, September 8, kick-off 20:00

Salford City Reds 18-man squad: Hodgson, McGuinness, Moule, Dunemann, Robinson, Coley, Alker, Rutgerson, Finnigan, Charles, Highton, Wilshere, Haggerty, Littler, Myler, Brocklehurst, Adamson, Lima.

Castleford Tigers 18-man squad: Platt, Shenton, Dyer, Sculthorpe, Henderson, Nutley, Bird, Huby, R Fletcher, Viane, Fa?aoso, Manu, McGoldrick, Ward, Davis, Lupton, A Fletcher, Brough.

Referee: K Kirkpatrick

Source: superleague.co.uk