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Reduced distribution for promoted club explained
The club ‘promoted’ to Super League will only received £1 million in central distribution, but at least nine clubs – Bradford, Featherstone, Halifax, Leigh, London,…
Elstone wins vote of confidence
A vote of confidence in Super League Executive Chairman Robert Elstone was carried by 9 votes to 2 last week. In the aftermath of Toronto’s…
Toronto: McDermott slams loss of his club
Brian McDermott believes Rugby League cannot claim to be serious about growing the sport following Super League’s decision to kick Toronto Wolfpack to the curb….
Lineham still out for Warrington
Tom Lineham will not be available for Warrington’s play-off clash with Hull FC. The Wolves had hoped the winger would be cleared to play after…
Dragons ready for Leeds challenge
Catalans Dragons have brushed off suggestions that they will be under-cooked for the Super League play-offs after playing just 13 league games this season. Coach…
Rhinos finalise Thompson deal
Leeds Rhinos have secured the retention of forward Bodene Thompson. As reported by League Express last week, the Rhinos had made a play to retain…
Chester wants Battye to stay
Wakefield Trinity are hoping to make Eddie Battye’s stay with the club a permanent one. League Express understands Trinity coach Chris Chester is keen to…
Mata’utia deal moves closer
Sione Mata’utia’s move to St Helens is drawing closer. The forward, Australia’s youngest ever international, is in talks to finalise a release from Newcastle to…
Last ready for Wolves test
Hull FC coach Andy Last realises that he is entering a crucial time of the season if he is to realise his ambition of becoming…
O’Brien laments Wolfpack demise
By MATTHEW SHAW & GARETH WALKER Castleford Tigers have completed the signing of Gareth O’Brien. League Express revealed last month that the Tigers had reached…