Rugby League Today: Retiring Mossop hailed, win retro gear & the latest transfers
A wrap up of the latest news in rugby league…
What’s on site
Jamaica star Omari Caro would like to see international matches at end of year.
St Helens pull off Will Hopoate coup.
Salford captain Lee Mossop forced into immediate retirement.
Salford land Brisbane half-back Brodie Croft.
George Burgess returns to NRL with St George Illawarra Dragons.
What’s in the papers
Chris Chester confirms four new Wakefield signings as club prepares for huge overhaul. (Yorkshire Live)
Salford lead chase for Widnes star Deon Cross. (Manchester Evening News)
World Cup postponement adds to uncertainty over rugby league’s future. (The Guardian)
Rob Lui determined to finish Leeds career on a high. (Yorkshire Evening Post)
Lee Mossop hailed after hanging up his boots. (Wigan Today)
What’s on social
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— Up and Under (@Rugbyleaguegear) August 9, 2021
Sam Tomkins remains at the top of the Steve Prescott Man of Steel leaderboard.
No change at the top of the @StevePrescott1 #ManOfSteel leaderboard 🏆#SuperLeague pic.twitter.com/VZoifGfuWA
— Betfred Super League (@SuperLeague) August 9, 2021
New St Helens signing Will Hopoate says he had the option to stay in the NRL but wanted to play in Super League.
🗣️ "I had options to sign for clubs in the NRL, but I've always wanted to play in @superleague and a strong Club like St Helens meant I just couldn't turn it down."
Hear 𝗲𝘅𝗰𝗹𝘂𝘀𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗹𝘆 from our new signing!
Subscribers can watch the FULL interview on Saints TV 👇#COYS
— St.Helens R.F.C. (@Saints1890) August 9, 2021
What’s on TV/Radio
Super League Show – BBC Two (1pm)
Birthdays
Great Britain, Widnes and Wigan legend Andy Gregory turns 60 today (August 10).
Also celebrating; Doncaster chief executive Carl Hall (52), St Helens legend Paul Newlove (50) and Warrington youngster Riley Dean (20).
Trivia
Scotland and Leigh full-back Ryan Brierley needs one try to reach 200 for his career.