ReportedPublished 23 April 2026 at 08:00

Brian Mcdermott Confirmed as England Head Coach as Rfl Chair Explains Decision

Former Leeds Rhinos head coach Brian McDermott has been confirmed as the man to lead England into the 2026 Rugby League World Cup. McDermott has been confirmed as the England head coach and the man to take England into this year’s Rugby League World Cup, with the 56-year-old replacing Shaun Wane after he resigned back […] The post Brian McDermott confirmed as England head coach as RFL chair explains decision appeared first on Serious About Rugby League.

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