Category: World Cup
Five reasons why the 2021 Rugby League World Cup could make history
It’s been over four years in the making. England earned the rights for the upcoming Rugby League World Cup over four years ago, on 27th…
All systems go in a World Cup year
Upfront: The League Express opinion – Mon 4th Jan 2021 We’ve been saying for a long time that 2021 will be a crucial year for…
Cazoo to become Principal World Cup sponsor
Rugby League World Cup 2021 (RLWC2021) has today announced that the online car retailer Cazoo will become the Principal Sponsor of the tournament. Founded by…
Dutton makes World Cup contingency plans
World Cup organisers have come up with contingency plans should Covid-19 dictate that next year’s competition can’t take place. RLWC2021 Chief Executive Jon Dutton admitted…
World Cup tickets on sale from Monday
World Cup tickets are on sale and competition chief executive Jon Dutton believes the event can provide fans with an ideal way to start planning…
The World Cup and the Coronavirus
Garry Schofield wonders whether it is realistic to plan for full houses for next year’s Rugby League World Cup. It’s hard not to be impressed…
Debut nations galvanised by World Cup 2021 draw
Debut nations across the men’s, women’s and wheelchair variants of the 2021 Rugby League World Cup, which will be held together for the first time…
World Cup ambassadors waiting for a role
Garry Schofield suggests some great names who could and should be appointed as World Cup ambassadors for the training venues that were announced last week….
World Cup leader emphasises legacy goals
Jon Dutton has never shied away from next year’s World Cup having big and bold targets. 750,000 ticket sales during the month-long tournament is a…
Kear relishing World Cup fillip
Bradford Bulls coach John Kear believes next year’s World Cup played a key role in the sport securing its Government emergency loan and he wants…
