League Express

Where to start this week? It’s been another busy week in the world of rugby league, and as well as the opening weekend of the new League 1 season, this week’s edition has all the biggest stories from the sport. We’ve got more details on Wayne Bennett’s impending appointment as England coach – as well as a twist in the story reported last week concerning Castleford’s Daryl Powell joining him in the national setup...plus, there’s more details on the proposed Test against New Zealand in Denver. There’s a big meeting in the sport this week – and we’ve got details of something which could have a huge impact on the future of League 1. Third-tier fans, don’t miss this week’s edition. Leeds return to England with their pride intact – but no World Club Challenge trophy. Hear from their key men after the defeat to Melbourne on Friday. Wakefield fans, we ask your coach about the rumours linking NRL sides with a move for Tom Johnstone – and Chris Chester has got plenty to say.. There’s off-field news at Salford – where we reveal the ins and outs of their latest accounts, which were recently filed several months late. Wigan director Kris Radlinski has got high ambitions for rugby league and the Warriors – he’s targeting a worldwide tour in the future. Read our exclusive interview with him this week. Hear from Oliver Roberts – who reveals why he turned down the NRL to stay at Huddersfield. There’s an impassioned plea from Catalans coach Steve McNamara.. who is asking for time to rebuild the Dragons. In shops now and also available online at www.totalrl.com/le or download the League Express app to your smartphone or tablet. To order a copy of the print edition for delivery by post or a subscription visit www.totalrl.com/shop

It’s been a long time coming, but FINALLY, Rugby League is back. And it’s not taken any time at all for the action to start flying. Thankfully for you, we’ve got it all covered. From match reports the reaction, to news to opinion, we have 36 pages of content you don’t want to miss. Here’s what you can find inside: Shaun Wane and Lee Radford hype the trip to Australia as Wigan and Hull FC prepare for battle down under. The latest on Manu Vatuvei’s injury status, and how Salford plan to replace him. Ryan Hampshire scored his first Wakefield try last week, he’s been speaking to us about the move so far. Jamie Jones-Buchanan previews Leeds’ Elland Road appearance. Jermaine McGillvary provides us an exclusive update on his fitness One MP urges the sport to capitalise on hosting the 2021 World Cup. We have the latest from the bookmakers as one club has the odds slashed. Ryan Brierley made a triumphant return to Leigh with Toronto. He took time out to speak to us. Garry Schofield reflects on the opening round of the year. There’s all that, plus news from every single club from Super League down to League 1, along with match reports from every single game. You can buy in stores from Monday, or download it online now at totalrl.com/le

The New Year is upon us, and while many people may be waking up with sore heads on Monday, for the Rugby League folk among us, at least they’ll wake up with the comfort that League Express is back with a brand-spanking new edition. Inside this week’s paper we have all the latest, untold news from all the clubs up and down the country, along with our regular columns and much more. Here’s a taster of what you’ll find inside: If there was a new year resolution between clubs and the RFL to stop bickering, it hasn’t lasted long at all! We disclose information of a fallout between Championship clubs regarding a television deal including Toronto. One World Cup star player is set to sign a new long-term deal with the club. We reveal who. Lee Radford gives the biggest hint yet as to who the new Hull FC captain will be. We have an update on the takeover of Salford. It’s positive news… The very latest on Catalans’ pursuit of Michael McIlorum. Justin Holbrook gives us a fresh update on Alex Walmsley’s Saints future. New Year, new Garry Schofield? Yeah right! The Legend gives his typically controversial predictions for the upcoming season. We reveal the winners of our League Express Readers Poll. Find out who you voted for inside. And we also list the winners since we first started seeking a League Express Player of the Year in 1999. In the culmination of our running series, we reveal the most significant moments of 2017. Our editor Martyn Sadler gives the incoming RFL President Andy Burnham, the Mayor of Manchester, some advice about what he might do to help Rugby League. There’s all of that, along with the latest news from Championship and League 1 plus all the latest from the amateur game. League Express is in stores on New Year's Day, but you can also get it online here totalrl.com/le.

A new book from League Publications Ltd The 2017 Super League season was one to remember and the reason was simple: Castleford Tigers. From the beginning of pre-season in November 2016, the noises emanating from the club were all focused on achieving something special, something that the town had never witnessed or experienced before. Well, the 2017 season was quite like no other. Whilst playing a superb brand of Rugby League that thrilled, entertained and wowed not only the Castleford supporters but Rugby League fans far and wide, the Tigers achieved a first-place finish and a Super League Grand Final appearance for the first time in the club’s 91-year history. This book is a dedication to the 2017 season that will live long in the memory of all those associated with Castleford Tigers. Due for publication on 12th December 2017 Click here to reserve your copy now!

After a short break for Christmas, League Express is out as normal this week. In shops & online - download the app or go to www.totalrl.com/le Happy New Year!

LEAGUE EXPRESS - MON 12TH DEC 2016 - IN SHOPS & ONLINE NOW Download the app or go to www.totalrl.com/le

Exclusive: Bidding deadline for Bradford extended after new interest http://www.totalrl.com/exclusive-bidding-deadline-bradford-extended-new-interest/

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England seriously considering shock Kevin Brown recall http://www.totalrl.com/gossip-england-seriously-considering-shock-kevin-brown-recall/

Discuss the Four Nations game England v Australia here.

Discuss the Four Nations game Scotland v New Zealand here.

LEAGUE EXPRESS - MON 17 OCT - ISSUE 3041 Download the online edition now - get the app or go to www.totalrl.com/le. Also in shops and available by post from www.totalrl.com/shop

LEAGUE EXPRESS - MON 10TH OCT 2016 - IN SHOPS & ONLINE NOW Download the app or go to www.totalrl.com/le - also available by post from www.totalrl.com/shop

Discuss the League 1 Play-Off Final: Toulouse v Barrow here.

Discuss the Championship Shield Final: Bradford Bulls v Sheffield Eagles here.