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League is the priority for Graham

James Graham
Graham was in the thick of the action against Leeds

St Helens forward James Graham says the club must forget about their place in the Challenge Cup final and focus on winning Super League.

The 22-year-old turned in a man of the match performance as Saints beat Leeds 26-16 on Saturday to reach their fifth Challenge Cup final in seven years.

"We've got to try and make sure we finish top (of Super League)," Graham told BBC Radio Merseyside.

"We have to try and put Wembley to one side, which is easier said than done."

Hull FC, who beat Wakefield 32-24 in the other semi, will face St Helens in the final.

Saints are currently top of Super League with Leeds in second on the same number of points (34).

The two clubs are only separated by points difference and Graham is adamant Saints must not take their eye of the ball if they are to win the League Leader's Shield.

"I'm sure for Leeds now, that's their primary focus so we have to try and make sure we finish top; we have a few tough Super League games coming up."

see also
Purtill secures switch to Saints
28 Jul 08 |  St Helens
Anderson relieved to make Wembley
26 Jul 08 |  Rugby League
Leeds Rhinos 16-26 St Helens
26 Jul 08 |  Rugby League


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