Christchurch, we need you

Our home Qualifying Final tomorrow night against the Reds is do or die. 

Nothing is guaranteed, and we need your support on the sideline to ensure we have another home game this season. 

"History doesn't count for anything. The Crusaders have a great history in playoffs at home, and it's a very proud one, but the reality is, it's a different season. The Reds have had a great year and they're coming here to do a job - they'll be determined,” says Head Coach Rob Penney.  

Without a win tomorrow night, we may not have another home game this season. 

Let's take a look at some possible playoff scenarios: 

While the Crusaders have never lost a playoff game at home, this season has proven anything can happen. 

"Regardless of what happened earlier in the year when we played against the Reds, they're going to be really tough and physical, and we're going to have to be at the best of our game to be able to beat them," says Fletcher Newell. 

To be at the best of our game, we need our full team there – which includes all of our fans.  

We need all the support we can get. 

"It'll be awesome to see the crowd full again. It's been awesome the last few weeks coming out and seeing the energy from the crowd – the guys always talk about it in the sheds how cool it is,” says Assistant Coach James Marshall.  

"When you start talking numbers and how many people are coming, everyone gets that little bit of buzz on. It's finals footy and it'll be awesome to see a big crowd here, I know it's going to be cold so bring your warm coats and a nice warm cup of tea or whatever you need, but head along and support, it will be really appreciated." 

"We're just looking forward to being at home in front of our people,” says captain David Havili. 

Get your tickets here.