Sheffield Steelers face their fierce rivals, the Cardiff Devils, in a longstanding grudge match tomorrow night.

The Sheffield team are looking to continue their good form after an emphatic shootout win over the Nottingham Panthers last weekend.

Ahead of tomorrow’s game, tensions could not be higher. The current head-to-head record is 110-109 in the Steelers favour.

Captain Jonathan Phillips said: “Cardiff for the last few years have been the top team and we want to knock them off their perch.”

Sheffield are sitting at second in the Elite League standings. With two games in hand over leaders Guildford, they have the chance to close the gap.

Cardiff have the chance to overtake the Belfast Giants in the 4th spot. Last time out, the Devils were triumphant over the Steelers in the season opener.

Phillips spoke to Sheffielld Wire about this weekend’s matchup and the current state of the team.

He said: “We’ve had a good week of practice. I think the mood has been good in camp, you always look forward to the Cardiff game.

“We’re focused on ourselves, I think we’ve got an experienced group who know what it takes to win.”

The game starts at 7pm this Saturday at the Sheffield Arena, with the Steelers looking to get one over on their rivals.