“Unfinished business” for Michael Maguire as Kiwis future confirmed
New Zealand have confirmed that coach Michael Maguire will lead the Kiwis through to the 2025 World Cup in France.
International
Shaun Wane names new England captain
George Williams has been appointed as England’s new captain by head coach Shaun Wane ahead of the mid-season international with France.
Shaun Wane names 40-man extended squad ahead of French test
England boss Shaun Wane has named a strong 40-man extended squad ahead of the mid-season international test with France at the Halliwell Jones Stadium.
France name initial squad for mid-season England test
France coach Laurent Frayssinous has named a 30-man initial squad ahead of their mid-season international against England.
“I was always an advocate, whether I was picked or not” England star’s Shaun Wane verdict
St Helens star Tommy Makinson said he was ‘buzzing’ when he found out that Shaun Wane would remain as England’s head coach.
Leigh winger Josh Charnley backed for England recall
Adrian Lam believes winger Josh Charnley deserves another call-up to the international stage following his stellar start to the Super League season.
Verdict: Where should potential England-Tonga test series be held?
With the Rugby Football League believed to be in advanced talks with Tonga for an end of year test series, we take a look at six potential stadiums that could ...
Sam Tomkins: World Cup dream delayed retirement decision
Sam Tomkins says his goal of captaining England in a World Cup delayed his decision to hang up the boots.
Tributes paid to Jon Dutton as he bids farewell to rugby league
Another home World Cup has been and gone, and the man who led the team behind it is leaving rugby league for pastures new.
Schedule announced for European Championship, including England
The European Championship final is set to be staged in France, after the schedule for the 2023 tournament, which will also act as a World Cup qualifier, was announced.
Playing in the NRL doesn’t guarantee England selection, says Shaun Wane
The nature of rugby league having two professional club competitions on opposite sides of the world means there will inevitably be occasions that the England squad won’t truly be at ...
England team to be picked on merit, as Wigan star knocking on door for international honours
Wigan winger Liam Marshall has made an impressive start to 2023, and will no doubt be in Shaun Wane’s England thoughts if his rich vein of form continues.
Harry Newman in Shaun Wane’s thoughts for England selection
Shaun Wane says he sees Harry Newman as a future England international, but has warned he’d like to see the Leeds centre improve his on-field discipline.
Tonga “more than likely” to have end of year test series in England
England coach Shaun Wane has said their proposed end of year test series against Tonga is not confirmed yet, but will ‘more than likely’ happen.
Red Star Belgrade want to create blueprint for European club giants to follow
Brexit and COVID put paid to any hopes of Red Star Belgrade joining the RFL pyramid, but they still hope to create a model that expands European Rugby League.
On this day in 2005: Wigan’s Andy Farrell switches codes with Saracens
Great Britain rugby league captain Andy Farrell switched codes to union and signed for Saracens on this day, March 23, in 2005.
England Women to appoint new captain following Emily Rudge announcement
Emily Rudge will no longer captain England Women as the St Helens vice-captain announces the international side will have a new leader.
Women’s World Cup qualifying fixtures announced as female referees look to play their part
The fixtures have been released for the inaugural European Women’s World Cup qualifying competition for France in 2025, with eight nations competing.
“These are such exciting times for our sport” – Sinead Peach hails new era on International Women’s Day
Sinead Peach has hailed the progress of the women’s game, moving on from her personal World Cup heartache and looking towards a bright future.
Widnes coach appointed new Spain boss for European Championships
Widnes assistant coach Mike Grady will lead Spain for their 2023 European Championships tournament later this autumn.
Greek player handed 12-month ban
A 12-month ban has been handed out to a player/coach who invaded the playing field and became involved in an altercation with players in a recent match.
Balkan Super League gets underway with 12 clubs
Serbian giants Partizan Belgrade kicked off the new Balkan Super League season, which features 12 clubs from six nations.
Paul Anderson’s task at developing next generation of England stars
This year’s European Championships will provide Paul Anderson with the task of preparing England’s next generation of stars in the lead up to the 2025 World Cup in France.
Ireland aim to make statement at European Championship
Ireland coach Ged Corcoran says they will head into the European Championship with a similar strength squad to the one that played in the World Cup.
Shaun Wane extends England contract as Wheelchair and Women head coaches confirmed
Shaun Wane will lead England through to the 2025 World Cup in France after signing a new year contract, while Tom Coyd will once again take charge of the Wheelchair ...