RFL cancel England’s Dubai trip

The RFL have confirmed that the England squad’s proposed training camp in Dubai in January has been cancelled.

An RFL statement reads:

“Following further discussions with Super League Clubs, the England coaching staff and RFL have reflected on all views and concluded that the plans that are now in place would not deliver what was initially expected.

“The England team are now completely focused on the mid-season Test in May and their preparations for the World Cup in late 2017.”