Have you ever wondered what a rugby league team would look like if it was only made up of Christmas-related things? No, you probably haven’t. So we thought we would do it for you!

We have created a full 13 of famous festive things, be it film characters, foods or just general yuletide items.

Everyone at Serious About Rugby League would like to wish you a very Merry Christmas, and with that in mind, take a look at what we’ve come up with – how long before the season starts?…

A rugby league squad, but make it Christmas!

Full-back – Roast Potatoes

Full-backs need to be solid, and be able to guide their team around the pitch when they need it most. A roast potato does that on a Christmas dinner. It’s one of the stars of the team and them playing well often significantly contributes to the performance of the meal.

Wingers – Rudolph and Comet

Pace is important on the wings, and who better than to have two of the fastest animals in Christmas history? Matty Ashton may be rapid, but he is nothing compared to these two flyers (no pun intended).

Centres – A Christmas Cracker and Jack Skellington

An explosive centre is often a necessity in a rugby league back line, with their power and strength being vital in a team’s attack. The Christmas Cracker does just that, and provides the whole family with plenty of laughs and entertainment.

On the opposite side, ‘The Nightmare Before Christmas’ star is rangy, and looks like he could be a handful for defenders. Getting those offloads out to Rudolph will be crucial in this side’s attack.

Halves: Kevin McCallister and The Grinch

Two of the most-loved Christmas Characters, these two may be some of the most creative minds in the game. With McAllister’s exceptional eye for attack and The Grinch’s deception, these two could go down as arguably the best halves partners in festive history!

Props – Santa (c) and Buzz McAllister:

The big man is known for his large size and physical presence, and he will be hoping to use his incredible experience to try and get his side on the front foot. Who else could the captaincy have gone to, but the man most renowned with this time of year, and someone who, quite literally, delivers every single year without fail.

The other prop will have a bit more aggression, and whilst at times he crossed the line of legality, Buzz will have a similar style of play to the likes of Barrie McDermott and Stuart Fielden did for years in Super League, as he tries to make his presence felt however way he can.

Hooker – Gravy

The glue that holds this side together, the most important part of a Christmas dinner is the gravy. Whether you like it thick or thin, if the gravy is done right, it makes the team shine, and that is why it is perfect for the number nine spot.

Second Row – Buddy the Elf and Stuffing

You can’t have a Christmas team without Buddy the Elf, it just wouldn’t be right. He slots in at the back row, and whilst he may get distracted by having Santa alongside him, his accuracy in the snowball fight alone was enough to see him enter the 13.

Stuffing, meanwhile, is an often underrated part of the Christmas meal, and slots in on the opposite side of the field. Perhaps not the flashiest of characters, but one that gets the job done on a consistent basis

Loose Forward – John McClane

Yes. Die Hard is a Christmas film, argue with yourselves. McClane is another who’s mind would be brilliant for rugby league, and has shown on multiple occasions how he can outwit even the best of villains.

With the perfect blend of speed, aggression and creativity, he rounds off this very talented squad, and would no doubt help his team to plenty of Grand Finals.