In pictures: George Williams wins it for Warrington on debut

Drew Darbyshire

George Williams in action for Warrington

George Williams made an instant impact on his Warrington debut as he slotted a drop-goal to seal a win for his new club at Leeds.

The 26-year-old half-back kicked a dramatic last-minute drop-goal to secure a 27-26 win for Warrington at Leeds on Sunday night.

READ: George Williams hailed by Lee Briers after Warrington debut

The Wolves last month confirmed the signing of England international Williams on a three and a half year deal following his release from NRL side Canberra Raiders.

Williams’ debut in pictures:

Williams interviewed by Jenna Brooks of Sky Sports before the game
Williams during the pre-match warm-up
Williams with half-back partner Blake Austin during the warm-up
Williams gives his team instructions
Williams in action
Williams makes a break
Williams celebrates Danny Walker’s try
Williams and his new team-mates celebrate his drop goal
Williams celebrates his drop goal with Robbie Mulhern
Williams celebrates Warrington’s last-minute victory at Leeds
Williams applauds the travelling Warrington fans after the full-time hooter

Williams played in the halves alongside fellow Great Britain international Blake Austin in their win at Headingley.

The former Wigan star will be hoping to stake a claim in Shaun Wane’s England squad for this autumn’s World Cup, which will be hosted on home soil. Williams already has 10 England caps to his name and one for Great Britain.

Warrington assistant coach Lee Briers hailed Williams as a “proven winner” after he kicked the winning drop goal.

Briers said: “George is a fabulous signing, a quality player, and the club have invested in him by bringing him here.

“But there’s no pressure on George – he’s a humble kid who wants to work hard and he’s a proven winner.”

Warrington sit third in the Super League table having won 11 from their 15 games so far this campaign. Steve Price’s side have a win rate of 76.67% in 2021.

Super League George Williams

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