Boss Arthur's called for a front-foot response to last week's Saints setback

It's all about the response when Leeds Rhinos take on Leigh Leopards at AMT Headingley tonight.

- by Peter Smith

With Rhinos now fourth in Betfred Super League, a point and one place behind Leigh, the side's first meeting this year has major implications for the top-six race. But after Leeds' five-game winning run petered out at St Helens last week, coach Brad Arthur insisted the initial aim for tonight is an improved performance. Error-ridden Rhinos dropped well below their recent high standard in the 18-4 loss at Saints and Arthur stressed they need to show that was a one-off. Speaking at his weekly preview press conference, he said: "We are back at home and the two points is really important, but we haven't focused on that.