International

England v France at Halliwell Jones Stadium News Images
James Gordon

European Championships cancelled as international calendar left in tatters

The European Championships, scheduled for the end of 2023, have been postponed due to the ongoing uncertainty around the international calendar.
James Gordon

Ukraine conflict played a factor in World Cup collapse

The ongoing crisis in Ukraine has been partly blamed for the collapse of the 2025 World Cup, according to reports in France.
Khalifa Stadium could host Qatar 2025 World Cup
James Gordon

Warning over apparent Qatar bid for 2025 World Cup

The 2025 Rugby League World Cup could be facing a hat-trick of disasters, if the apparent interest from Qatar comes to fruition and the tournament is moved there.
Brian Carney
James Gordon

Brian Carney dishes out international rugby league reality check after World Cup fiasco

Former Great Britain international Brian Carney has slammed the organisation of international rugby league amidst the embarrassment of France’s withdrawal from hosting the 2025 World Cup.
Laurent Frayssinous France and Jack Welsby England SWpix
James Gordon

France saga could provide extra twist to end of season European Championship

The ongoing saga surrounding the 2025 World Cup is likely to provide a new twist to the end of season European Championship.