2nd September: Happy birthday, Eagles

Richard de la Riviere looks back at what happened in Rugby League over the years on this day: 2nd September Sheffield Eagles celebrate their 29th…

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The Beast, the Wolfman and Brilliant Bev

First published in League Express, Monday 2nd Sept 2013 It was heaven for Australia’s Rugby League couch potatoes on Saturday, as well as those who…

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Giants now face the ultimate test

First published in League Express, Monday 2nd Sept 2013 I’d like to think I laid the foundations. But I doubt many of you would agree!…

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A week that belongs to the Giants, Rovers and Crusaders

First published in League Express, Monday 2nd Sept 2013 When we get into September the temperature begins to drop. But not as far as Rugby…

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A time for congratulations

League Express Editorial, Monday 2nd Sept 2013 The 2013 season came to an end for several clubs at the weekend and no doubt many players…

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26th August: Saints take the first Super League title

Richard de la Riviere looks back at what happened in Rugby League over the years on this day: 26th August A 13-try master class saw…

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May the force be with you, Luke

First published in League Express, Monday 26th Aug 2013 Looking back on almost a half-a-century of covering Rugby League (and another decade watching it as…

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What a letdown

First published in League Express, Monday 26th Aug 2013 Well, it was our fault for expecting a classic, I suppose. That was absolutely dreadful, wasn’t…

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Thank you for coming

First published in League Express, Monday 26th Aug 2013 “Thank you for coming,” said the big screens at Wembley Stadium as the crowd began to…

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Maybe not the best, but tell that to Wigan!

League Express Editorial, Monday 26th August 2013 So how will we remember the Challenge Cup final of 2013? That depends which side of the fence…

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