Category: League Express
Betfred Championship news round up
With ALEX DAVIS, LORRAINE MARSDEN & MATTHEW SHAW Batley Bulldogs coach Craig Lingard has finally got his man after signing former Halifax hooker Ben Kaye,…
Betfred League 1 news round up
Barrow Raiders look set to follow up the capture of Shaun Lunt by signing another seasoned Super League forward. League Express understands that Huddersfield Giants…
125 Not Out! Ralph Rimmer, the Chief Executive of the Rugby Football League, explains how the RFL will celebrate its 125th anniversary
Today is the 125th anniversary of the momentous meeting at the George Hotel in Huddersfield, at which the Northern Union was formed. Not many sports…
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…
Championship changes afoot
Gareth Walker looks at the early movers and shakers in the second tier for 2021 Since my recent column on the list of star names…
RFL names players suspended for breaching Covid protocols
The RFL has named three players who have been suspended for breaching Covid protocols following an addition to the Operational Rules in response to the current…
Toronto takeover outcome still uncertain
The takeover of Toronto Wolfpack remains up in the air, as the club looks to finalise a deal with new investors. Officials were hoping a…
Dragons hope to increase spectator capacity to 8,000
Catalans Dragons are still awaiting French government approval for Super League teams to be allowed to play in Perpignan. With just two weeks to go…
Hull Kingston Rovers eyeing Eels forward
Hull Kingston Rovers are keeping tabs on Parramatta Eels forward Andrew Davey. League Express understands the Robins have enquired about the backrower, who has emerged…
Bradford Bulls clinch Giants talent
Aaron Murphy is set to leave Huddersfield Giants to take up a deal with Bradford Bulls. League Express understands the 31-year-old will end his nine-season…