Supporter Kane Maley, from Australia, said: “I would travel double the distance to watch these guys. I would definitely do it over and over again.
“It is a little bit cold, I must admit. I’ve still got the shorts on, but the ears are getting a bit crisp.
“We’re the best team in the world and we’re just here to prove it, that’s all.”
Schofield said despite the rivalry, he was “so pleased” to show the fans around, adding: “It’s just like heaven this, isn’t it?
“To win the treble last season and now to host the World Club Challenge, it’s just amazing for the club and great news for the city.”
Ahead of the match kicking off, BBC Radio Humberside has organised a relay to carry a match ball from Hull KR’s home at Craven Park across the city to the MKM Stadium.
A decision not to hold the clash between the Super League and Australian NRL champions at Craven Park was made because of “capacity reasons”.
The MKM Stadium, home to football club Hull City as well as Hull FC, can officially hold 25,586 fans – more than double the capacity of Craven Park.