ReportedPublished 9 January 2026 at 12:31

Why England should be the priority for 2026 – clubs should recognise that

WELCOME to 2026, a Rugby League World Cup year. You know, 12 months when the England side - sorry, Wales, Scotland and Ireland but you are not there - should be the priority. But in fact when there is not even a training session in the calendar ahead of flying to Australia. An…

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Why England should be the priority for 2026 &#8211; clubs should recognise that