French rugby league has become ‘too anglicised’ warns FFRXIII president

RUGBY LEAGUE needs to regain its identity in France, according to the leader of the French Federation, Dominique Baloup. The 67-year-old FFRXIII President is concerned…

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Treiziste Diary: Will French clubs be kicked out of Super League or the heart of NRL vision?

There are conflicting visions on the future of Super League and whether French clubs should be in or out. I HATE clickbait on the internet….

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Treiziste Diary: A survival guide to France for rugby league fans

Although France and the UK are separated only by a narrow channel of water, there are many differences between the two countries, especially when it…

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Wales and France to receive ‘significant’ new funding from international governing body

WALES have welcomed their selection as a ‘priority nation’ by the international game’s governing body. Along with France, Papua New Guinea and a yet-to-be confirmed…

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Six countries have places confirmed for Wheelchair World Cup

THE International Rugby League have confirmed six of the eight nations that will take part in the wheelchair tournament at next year’s World Cup. It…

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The opening match of Super League at the Charlety Stadium, Paris in 1996.

Locations of League: Paris

Our journey around the villages, towns and cities that have rugby league running through their veins heads across the English Channel. CATALANS Dragons have just…

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World Series axed with new World Cup qualifiers announced

THE FINAL two teams at the 2026 World Cup will be decided by play-off games, with a planned World Series event axed. Eight of the…

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Treiziste Diary: What could this year have in store for French rugby league?

A new year is always a time for looking ahead with hopes for the future, so what could 2025 have in store for rugby league…

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Catalans disappointment – Talking Rugby League

League Express editor MARTYN SADLER would like to see more French players in the Catalans Dragons’ starting lineup. Catalans Dragons announced their 2025 squad numbers…

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Tonga rise as top nations retain places in world rankings

TONGA have returned to the top four of the men’s international world rankings following their run to the Pacific Cup Final. After beating New Zealand…

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