Category: International Rugby League

Why football could pose a serious threat to rugby league in Australia as it highlights problems in NRL

Why football could pose a serious threat to rugby league in Australia as it highlights problems in NRL

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James Bentley and Victor Radley investigation continues as fresh information emerges

James Bentley and Victor Radley investigation continues as fresh information emerges

Elliott Whitehead calls for rule change around eligibility

Elliott Whitehead calls for rule change around eligibility

England star could play State of Origin as coach calls for rule change

England star could play State of Origin as coach calls for rule change

Former Bradford Bulls forward retires aged 30

Former Bradford Bulls forward retires aged 30

Reports: New Zealand confirm test series for 2023 as they set ambitious targets

Reports: New Zealand confirm test series for 2023 as they set ambitious targets

Important information released on 2025 Rugby League World Cup

Important information released on 2025 Rugby League World Cup

Samoa star reveals impact of The Rock on rugby league as he calls for more international rugby league

Samoa star reveals impact of The Rock on rugby league as he calls for more international rugby league

Ash Handley lays down marker for England selection and Grand Final glory as Leeds Rhinos star preps for 2023

Ash Handley lays down marker for England selection and Grand Final glory as Leeds Rhinos star preps for 2023

American civil war for rugby league to begin as new group looks to take control but International Rugby League stands against

American civil war for rugby league to begin as new group looks to take control but International Rugby League stands against

Ex-Wigan Warriors boss told to step aside so that legendary figure can replace him

Ex-Wigan Warriors boss told to step aside so that legendary figure can replace him

TV coverage confirmed for Rugby League World Cup 2025 qualification and it's perfect for English fans

TV coverage confirmed for Rugby League World Cup 2025 qualification and it’s perfect for English fans

England star to be given huge boost by "eligibility bombshell" to feature in "$100 million showpiece"

England star to be given huge boost by “eligibility bombshell” to feature in “$100 million showpiece”

Legendary name given to the drop goal that broke English hearts that pays homage to football controversy

Legendary name given to the drop goal that broke English hearts that pays homage to football controversy

"At 22 I was just deciding which car I should buy" - Sam Tomkins on former England team-mate Kevin Sinfield's leadership

“At 22 I was just deciding which car I should buy” – Sam Tomkins on former England team-mate Kevin Sinfield’s leadership

First legal domestic season to start this weekend in Greece following Rugby League World Cup

First legal domestic season to start this weekend in Greece following Rugby League World Cup

International rugby league to be saved by huge Samoa and Tonga decision

International rugby league to be saved by huge Samoa and Tonga decision

Leeds Rhinos star opens up on being forced to play wing for Great Britain

Leeds Rhinos star opens up on being forced to play wing for Great Britain

England star reveals he might never play for his country again

England star reveals he might never play for his country again

Analysing England's role in the European Championships and why it would be good to see Shaun Wane take the first team to them

Analysing England’s role in the European Championships and why it would be good to see Shaun Wane take the first team to them

England Wheelchair Rugby League team set to feature in film following their journey to World Cup glory

England Wheelchair Rugby League team set to feature in film following their journey to World Cup glory

England surprisingly set to play in European Championship in 2023

England surprisingly set to play in European Championship in 2023

“I know I’ll never be an NRL head coach” - Samoa boss Matt Parish in no doubts over future

“I know I’ll never be an NRL head coach” – Samoa boss Matt Parish in no doubts over future

Incredible scenes at Sydney Airport as Samoa given heroes' welcome by fans after World Cup run

Incredible scenes at Sydney Airport as Samoa given heroes’ welcome by fans after World Cup run

Mal Meninga believes Australia are one of the all time great sporting sides

Mal Meninga believes Australia are one of the all time great sporting sides

Samoa boss keen on series against England but has big fear for international rugby league

Samoa boss keen on series against England but has big fear for international rugby league

Mal Meninga calls for more international rugby and hints at desire for series against England

Mal Meninga calls for more international rugby and hints at desire for series against England

Mal Meninga's ominous warning for England and other nations after World Cup win

Mal Meninga’s ominous warning for England and other nations after World Cup win

French Federation suspend controversial Wheelchair World Cup Final referee Laurent Abrial

French Federation suspend controversial Wheelchair World Cup Final referee Laurent Abrial

Three potential candidates for England captain at the next World Cup

Three potential candidates for England captain at the next World Cup

“Mate, I’ve nothing left to give you” - Cameron Munster gives young English fan World Cup medal box in beautiful moment

“Mate, I’ve nothing left to give you” – Cameron Munster gives young English fan World Cup medal box in beautiful moment

NRL star calls on England to come over to Australia but says he can now "retire happy" after World Cup success

NRL star calls on England to come over to Australia but says he can now “retire happy” after World Cup success

Leeds Rhinos legend says international rugby league needs "to sort itself out" after World Cup

Leeds Rhinos legend says international rugby league needs “to sort itself out” after World Cup

"Not World Cup Final standard" - Jon Wilkin lays into Samoa half-back for being 'poor all night'

“Not World Cup Final standard” – Jon Wilkin lays into Samoa half-back for being ‘poor all night’

"You've got one thing to do, get it right" - Jamie Peacock calls out touch judge for error in World Cup Final

“You’ve got one thing to do, get it right” – Jamie Peacock calls out touch judge for error in World Cup Final

"They've been rinsing shops of Rolex watches" - Jon Wilkin slams Samoa underdog narrative

“They’ve been rinsing shops of Rolex watches” – Jon Wilkin slams Samoa underdog narrative

Jillaroos star bites back at comments about her age

Jillaroos star bites back at comments about her age

Dominant Australia defeat the Ferns to claim third consecutive World Cup

Dominant Australia defeat the Ferns to claim third consecutive World Cup

Safety concerns raised over small Old Trafford in-goals for Rugby League World Cup Final

Safety concerns raised over small Old Trafford in-goals for Rugby League World Cup Final

Reports: Rugby League World Cup threatened with legal action over ticket dispute

Reports: Rugby League World Cup threatened with legal action over ticket dispute

World record attendance smashed in Wheelchair World Cup Final

World record attendance smashed in Wheelchair World Cup Final

Ex-Wigan Warriors boss calls for more international games as Australia already have an advantage in the Rugby League World Cup

Ex-Wigan Warriors boss calls for more international games as Australia already have an advantage in the Rugby League World Cup

IMG set to give international rugby league massive boost as huge test match enters "high level talks"

IMG set to give international rugby league massive boost as huge test match enters “high level talks”

"Why were we growling at them?” – Jon Wilkin slams England’s reaction to Samoa's Siva Tau

“Why were we growling at them?” – Jon Wilkin slams England’s reaction to Samoa’s Siva Tau

Super League trio among players named in squads for Rugby League World Cup Final

Super League trio among players named in squads for Rugby League World Cup Final

Why rugby league needs to make this change to the Golden Boot award

Why rugby league needs to make this change to the Golden Boot award

Former Great Britain star says Super League has suffered a 'fall from grace' in recent years

Former Great Britain star says Super League has suffered a ‘fall from grace’ in recent years

Super League Legend awards NRL superstar Golden Boot as he lays claim for positional switch

Super League Legend awards NRL superstar Golden Boot as he lays claim for positional switch

Written off: Bookies predict Australia will beat Samoa by huge margin in World Cup Final

Written off: Bookies predict Australia will beat Samoa by huge margin in World Cup Final

Samoa players wanted Matt Parish sacked by Prime Minister only last year, now the former Salford coach is a Samoan hero

Samoa players wanted Matt Parish sacked by Prime Minister only last year, now the former Salford coach is a Samoan hero

England PDRL team in 'disbelief' at lack of invite to Rugby League World Cup Final

England PDRL team in ‘disbelief’ at lack of invite to Rugby League World Cup Final

"Sweet Caroline" and England taunts - How Samoa celebrated their World Cup semi-final victory

“Sweet Caroline” and England taunts – How Samoa celebrated their World Cup semi-final victory

Jamie Peacock says England were just the 'best prepared team' who 'don't have the best players'

Jamie Peacock says England were just the ‘best prepared team’ who ‘don’t have the best players’

Jon Wilkin fires back at Samoa 'underdog story' and says it's not a shock they beat England

Jon Wilkin fires back at Samoa ‘underdog story’ and says it’s not a shock they beat England

Phil Gould speaks out after Samoa beat England to make World Cup final

Phil Gould speaks out after Samoa beat England to make World Cup final

Lee Radford explains his pivotal role in helping Samoa beat England

Lee Radford explains his pivotal role in helping Samoa beat England

Matt Parish says Samoa had 'some tough calls' in epic victory over England

Matt Parish says Samoa had ‘some tough calls’ in epic victory over England

Sam Tomkins gives ruthless assessment of England's World Cup failure

Sam Tomkins gives ruthless assessment of England’s World Cup failure

Jarome Luai sends message to England after Samoa's stunning win

Jarome Luai sends message to England after Samoa’s stunning win

Joey Barton, Paul Hayward and Mark Chapman hail rugby league as it trends #1 on Twitter

Joey Barton, Paul Hayward and Mark Chapman hail rugby league as it trends #1 on Twitter

Mal Meninga has say on England vs Samoa after Australia book place in World Cup final

Mal Meninga has say on England vs Samoa after Australia book place in World Cup final

Cameron Munster open to Super League move at end of current Melbourne Storm contract

Cameron Munster open to Super League move at end of current Melbourne Storm contract

Joseph Suaali'i claims 'England played their hearts out' against 'rock up and play' Samoa in opening game

Joseph Suaali’i claims ‘England played their hearts out’ against ‘rock up and play’ Samoa in opening game

Jarome Luai makes battle with Jack Welsby personal declaring ‘It is a bit different this time round’

Jarome Luai makes battle with Jack Welsby personal declaring ‘It is a bit different this time round’

Two former England captains on four-man strong Golden Boot panel

Two former England captains on four-man strong Golden Boot panel

Danny Levi explains exit from Samoa's World Cup squad ahead of England clash

Danny Levi explains exit from Samoa’s World Cup squad ahead of England clash

Danny Levi replaced by former Featherstone hooker in shock Samoa squad change for England clash

Danny Levi replaced by former Featherstone hooker in shock Samoa squad change for England clash

‘I'll go back there’ – Dom Young reveals post-World Cup plan following England heroics

‘I’ll go back there’ – Dom Young reveals post-World Cup plan following England heroics

Shaun Wane rubbishes suggestion England have had ‘favouritism’ in the World Cup

Shaun Wane rubbishes suggestion England have had ‘favouritism’ in the World Cup

‘Big night out’ with Sam Tomkins helped settle Victor Radley’s England nerves

‘Big night out’ with Sam Tomkins helped settle Victor Radley’s England nerves

BBC One to broadcast 5 hour 40 minute-long coverage of rugby league during World Cup Finals day

BBC One to broadcast 5 hour 40 minute-long coverage of rugby league during World Cup Finals day

Manchester United great catches up with England Rugby League star born in same village

Manchester United great catches up with England Rugby League star born in same village

The man who scored seven tries in one game for England beating Tommy Makinson's five

The man who scored seven tries in one game for England beating Tommy Makinson’s five

Lee Radford delighted by duo’s impact after Super League players were 'overlooked' by fellow Samoan coaching staff prior to World Cup

Lee Radford delighted by duo’s impact after Super League players were ‘overlooked’ by fellow Samoan coaching staff prior to World Cup

Samoa assistant coach Lee Radford explains week one humiliation against England

Samoa assistant coach Lee Radford explains week one humiliation against England

‘I’ve been dancing with my shirt off’ - Lee Radford reveals his role in camp with Samoa

‘I’ve been dancing with my shirt off’ – Lee Radford reveals his role in camp with Samoa

Commentator Andrew Voss claims Samoa will speak to the media despite 'imposed ban' ahead of England showdown

Commentator Andrew Voss claims Samoa will speak to the media despite ‘imposed ban’ ahead of England showdown

Cricket star Stuart Broad and politician Alastair Campbell react to Rugby League World Cup 'game of the tournament'

Cricket star Stuart Broad and politician Alastair Campbell react to Rugby League World Cup ‘game of the tournament’

Tongan rugby league fans take over Tesco car park in Warrington

Tongan rugby league fans take over Tesco car park in Warrington

Lebanon coach Michael Cheika leads Argentina to stunning 30-29 win over England at Twickenham just two days after Rugby League World Cup match

Lebanon coach Michael Cheika leads Argentina to stunning 30-29 win over England at Twickenham just two days after Rugby League World Cup match

England now second favourites to win the Rugby League World Cup

England now second favourites to win the Rugby League World Cup

Teams: Super League and NRL stars fill Tonga and Samoa sides for quarter-final showdown

Teams: Super League and NRL stars fill Tonga and Samoa sides for quarter-final showdown

'Lightweight' English rugby league balls to blame for Nathan Cleary's poor goal-kicking, says Mal Meninga

‘Lightweight’ English rugby league balls to blame for Nathan Cleary’s poor goal-kicking, says Mal Meninga

England star 'wants positional switch' as rival clubs monitor situation

England star ‘wants positional switch’ as rival clubs monitor situation

Controversial captain's challenge call helps New Zealand beat courageous Fiji

Controversial captain’s challenge call helps New Zealand beat courageous Fiji

'Can’t quite believe the opportunity' - England star reacts to sitting next to Princess Kate Middleton during World Cup match

‘Can’t quite believe the opportunity’ – England star reacts to sitting next to Princess Kate Middleton during World Cup match

Jon Wilkin and Jamie Peacock believe England will struggle if Leigh Leopards man shines in World Cup quarter-final

Jon Wilkin and Jamie Peacock believe England will struggle if Leigh Leopards man shines in World Cup quarter-final

Shaun Wane names England team to face Papua New Guinea in World Cup quarter-final

Shaun Wane names England team to face Papua New Guinea in World Cup quarter-final

Lionesses to support England Women on historic Headingley occasion as past greats recognised

Lionesses to support England Women on historic Headingley occasion as past greats recognised

Tommy Makinson reveals if he would take NRL move after rejecting approach in 2018

Tommy Makinson reveals if he would take NRL move after rejecting approach in 2018

Jon Wells predicts his 2023 Man of Steel and hails Super League 'roots' as reason for England success

Jon Wells predicts his 2023 Man of Steel and hails Super League ‘roots’ as reason for England success

Wheelchair Rugby League trends on Twitter as legends, comedians and Rugby Union players hail the sport

Wheelchair Rugby League trends on Twitter as legends, comedians and Rugby Union players hail the sport

Great Britain legends to reunite at Leeds United's Elland Road to celebrate 50th anniversary World Cup triumph

Great Britain legends to reunite at Leeds United’s Elland Road to celebrate 50th anniversary World Cup triumph

Former Toronto Wolfpack player Jon Wilkin believes rugby league in Canada can be successful with long-term plan

Former Toronto Wolfpack player Jon Wilkin believes rugby league in Canada can be successful with long-term plan

‘I got put in my place’ – Tommy Makinson reveals brutal Shaun Wane response to him during Greece game

‘I got put in my place’ – Tommy Makinson reveals brutal Shaun Wane response to him during Greece game

"He didn't set the right environment" - James Graham critical of Tony Smith for approach to England's 2008 World Cup campaign

“He didn’t set the right environment” – James Graham critical of Tony Smith for approach to England’s 2008 World Cup campaign

Big crowd turns out at Leeds Rhinos’ Headingley Stadium for Women's World Cup opener

Big crowd turns out at Leeds Rhinos’ Headingley Stadium for Women’s World Cup opener

Australian-born England star admits Kevin Sinfield phone call convinced her to continue playing rugby league

Australian-born England star admits Kevin Sinfield phone call convinced her to continue playing rugby league

Exclusive: Stuart Fielden reveals Willie Mason turned down £20,000 to fight him in the boxing ring

Exclusive: Stuart Fielden reveals Willie Mason turned down £20,000 to fight him in the boxing ring

England ‘won’t get near Australia or New Zealand’ says Great Britain legend Stuart Fielden

England ‘won’t get near Australia or New Zealand’ says Great Britain legend Stuart Fielden

Jamie Peacock gives strong opinion on whether Marc Sneyd should start for England in their upcoming quarter-final

Jamie Peacock gives strong opinion on whether Marc Sneyd should start for England in their upcoming quarter-final

Greece coach reveals what he said to Shaun Wane about England’s World Cup chances

Greece coach reveals what he said to Shaun Wane about England’s World Cup chances

James Graham heaps praise on Super League star for ‘extra effort’ in England’s win over Greece

James Graham heaps praise on Super League star for ‘extra effort’ in England’s win over Greece

James Graham states who should start in the halves for England in the knockout stages

James Graham states who should start in the halves for England in the knockout stages

Kristian Woolf has named his Tonga squad for Cook Islands clash but there is still no room for St Helen's outside back

Kristian Woolf has named his Tonga squad for Cook Islands clash but there is still no room for St Helen’s outside back

Australian pair clash at training and have to be separated following "heat of the moment" incident

Australian pair clash at training and have to be separated following “heat of the moment” incident

Leeds Rhinos signing Justin Sangare named in France squad to take on Samoa

Leeds Rhinos signing Justin Sangare named in France squad to take on Samoa

Two players issued with bans by Rugby League World Cup MRP

Two players issued with bans by Rugby League World Cup MRP

NRL CEO responds to suggested return of England vs Australia in Ashes Series by Mal Meninga

NRL CEO responds to suggested return of England vs Australia in Ashes Series by Mal Meninga

Victor Radley picks out 'freak' Super League player that's impressed him the most for England

Victor Radley picks out ‘freak’ Super League player that’s impressed him the most for England

Jon Wilkin heaps praise on England star for 'sacrificing money'

Jon Wilkin heaps praise on England star for ‘sacrificing money’

Ireland's NRL prop to appeal World Cup suspension

Ireland’s NRL prop to appeal World Cup suspension

Victor Radley says Wigan Warriors and St Helens clashes allowed him to see Super League-NRL gulf was overstated

Victor Radley says Wigan Warriors and St Helens clashes allowed him to see Super League-NRL gulf was overstated

Victor Radley reveals what Shaun Wane said during half-time ‘spray’ against France

Victor Radley reveals what Shaun Wane said during half-time ‘spray’ against France

Jon Wilkin and Jamie Peacock hail England ‘superstar’ that has ‘lit up the World Cup’

Jon Wilkin and Jamie Peacock hail England ‘superstar’ that has ‘lit up the World Cup’

Shaun Wane says England were ‘not consistent’ and ‘have to do better’ after France win

Shaun Wane says England were ‘not consistent’ and ‘have to do better’ after France win

Attendance for England-France clash in Bolton records impressive number

Attendance for England-France clash in Bolton records impressive number

Alex Walmsley says England “won’t be happy” with defence against Leeds Rhinos man

Alex Walmsley says England “won’t be happy” with defence against Leeds Rhinos man

England name team to face France as Marc Sneyd and John Bateman start for Shaun Wane's side

England name team to face France as Marc Sneyd and John Bateman start for Shaun Wane’s side

Rob Burrow 'humbled' by classy France shirt gesture for England World Cup clash

Rob Burrow ‘humbled’ by classy France shirt gesture for England World Cup clash

Wales make changes to their 19-man squad ahead of their must win clash with Tonga

Wales make changes to their 19-man squad ahead of their must win clash with Tonga