Category: News
Australia and New Zealand withdraw from World Cup
HOLDERS Australia and New Zealand have withdrawn from the World Cup amid Covid-related concerns over player welfare and safety. The tournament, taking in men’s, women’s and…
Contract extension for Drinkwater
Catalans Dragons halfback Josh Drinkwater has signed a two-year contract extension with the club. The new deal will secure his future at the Gilbert Brutus…
RL Masters World Cup Festivals are on
Following the great news last week that the World Cup will go ahead as planned this year, it is now confirmed that the Masters Rugby…
IRL congratulates Brisbane on Olympic games capture
International Rugby League Chairman, Troy Grant has sent congratulations to Brisbane, on the news that they are to host the Olympic Games in 2032. “This…
Emerging Nations Match Official appointees comment
Four of the newly appointed International Rugby League, Emerging Nations Match Officials Panel members, offer thoughts on their appointment to the newly established panel. Of…
International Rugby League – Emerging Match Officials
International Rugby League is pleased to announce the members of the newly formed Emerging Match Officials Panel. Match Officials from this panel will officiate in…
League Express Mailbag – Monday19th July
CONGRATULATIONS – AND TO THE LOSERS We saw two very good Cup Finals, played in sweltering conditions, and all teams should be congratulated on their…
Tigers swoop for McLelland
Castleford Tigers are believed to be closing in on a new signing for next year in the shape of Leeds Rhinos halfback Callum McLelland. The…
Cup triumphs and cup concerns
Talking Rugby League with League Express editor Martyn Sadler “Why are you biased in favour of St Helens?” someone asked me recently. “I don’t think…
Garry Schofield says it’s time to stand up to the Aussies
It’s time to get tough with the Aussies! Fair play to Jon Dutton for his bold confirmation that the World Cup will go ahead this…