Rugby League World Cup

Samoa's Anthem Strikes Chords, Uniting Hearts on Global Stage

Robbie Hamilton21:44, October 14, 202321:44, October 14, 2023

LeagueNews.co | Jason Patrick In an emotional display of the importance of international rugby league, the first Test of the Pacific Championships took place between Australia and Samoa. The match,...

Rugby League World Cup State of Origin

Mal Meninga Tackles NRL's Dual Eligibility Dilemma

Robbie Hamilton23:47, October 12, 202323:47, October 12, 2023

LeagueNews.co | Cooper McEnroe Australian coach Mal Meninga has expressed his concerns about the current international eligibility rules in rugby league, calling for them to be revamped. Despite the recent...

North Queensland Cowboys Rugby League World Cup

Cheeky Reuben Cotter's plea: Spare my face, Kangaroos

Robbie Hamilton18:56, October 12, 202318:56, October 12, 2023

LeagueNews.co | Jason Patrick North Queensland Cowboys player Reuben Cotter has sent a cheeky message to his Kangaroos rivals ahead of Saturday night's game, pleading with Samoan players to spare...

Rugby League World Cup

Kangaroos' winging decision sparks NRL fan frenzy

Robbie Hamilton9:42, October 12, 20239:42, October 12, 2023

LeagueNews.co | Jason Patrick The announcement of Dylan Edwards making his Kangaroos debut on the wing has sparked a division among NRL fans. Many believe that Edwards should have been...

Penrith Panthers Rugby League World Cup

Dylan Edwards leaps into Kangaroos squad, family vacation postponed

Robbie Hamilton9:10, October 11, 20239:10, October 11, 2023

LeagueNews.co | Jason Patrick Dylan Edwards, the Penrith Panthers hero, has been confirmed to make his debut for the Australian Kangaroos on Saturday against Samoa. Edwards received a late call-up...

Penrith Panthers Rugby League World Cup

Nathan Cleary sidelined as injury secret is revealed

Robbie Hamilton15:42, October 6, 202315:42, October 6, 2023

LeagueNews.co | Jason Patrick Nathan Cleary, the talented halfback for the Penrith Panthers, has unfortunately been ruled out of the upcoming Pacific Championships for the Kangaroos due to a knee...

Rugby League World Cup

Broncos' Payne Haas fined for dangerous tackle on Cleary

Robbie Hamilton12:38, October 6, 202312:38, October 6, 2023

LeagueNews.co | Jason Patrick In the aftermath of the hip-drop tackle on Nathan Cleary that has ruled him out for the Kangaroos, NRL fans have shifted their focus onto Broncos...

Rugby League World Cup South Sydney Rabbitohs

Meninga's Surprise: Why Was Latrell Mitchell Overlooked?

Robbie Hamilton14:44, October 4, 202314:44, October 4, 2023

LeagueNews.co | Cooper McEnroe Kangaroos coach Mal Meninga has faced criticism for his selection decisions for the Australian squad, particularly regarding the exclusion of centre Latrell Mitchell. Despite keeping other...

Manly Sea Eagles NRL News Rugby League World Cup Wests Tigers

Tonga swoops in: Sea Eagles soar with national call-up

LeagueNews.co13:10, October 4, 2023

LeagueNews.co | Jess Malloy Manly Warringah Sea Eagles NRL players Tolu Koula and Haumole Olakau'atu have been selected to represent Tonga in the upcoming Test series against England\. This news...

Rugby League World Cup

Wallabies Hoping to Score Try with Cleary's Currency

Robbie Hamilton9:39, October 3, 20239:39, October 3, 2023

LeagueNews.co | Jason Patrick Rugby Australia has been urged to make a bold move and "throw everything including the kitchen sink" at Nathan Cleary, in the hopes of revitalizing the...

Melbourne Storm Rugby League World Cup State of Origin Sydney Roosters

Grant's SOS: Will Cameron Smith save the Storm?

Robbie Hamilton22:51, September 13, 202322:51, September 13, 2023

LeagueNews.co | Jason Patrick Melbourne Storm's hooker Harry Grant has admitted that he may need to reach out to NRL legend Cameron Smith for assistance ahead of their do-or-die finals...

Canberra Raiders Rugby League World Cup

Jack Wighton's Retirement Reconsideration: Biting Suspension Raises Doubts

Robbie Hamilton16:43, September 13, 202316:43, September 13, 2023

LeagueNews.co | Jason Patrick Jack Wighton's decision to retire from representative football has raised eyebrows, especially considering his recent suspension for allegedly biting Tyson Gamble's forearm. The Canberra Raiders player...

Rugby League World Cup State of Origin

Nathan Cleary: The GOAT or a Glaring Shortfall?

Robbie Hamilton12:07, September 13, 202312:07, September 13, 2023

LeagueNews.co | Jason Patrick Nathan Cleary's impressive achievements in the NRL cannot be ignored, but there is a significant flaw in the argument that he is one of the greatest...

Rugby League World Cup Wests Tigers

Goalpost Controversy Stirs Sydney Footy Fans' Passionate Outcry

Robbie Hamilton19:15, September 12, 202319:15, September 12, 2023

LeagueNews.co | Cooper McEnroe Fans of footy, particularly those of the NRL and rugby, are in an uproar over the decision to replace the iconic goalposts at Concord Oval in...

Rugby League World Cup South Sydney Rabbitohs State of Origin

Damien Cook's Kangaroos dreams dashed, South Sydney sighs

Robbie Hamilton16:07, September 9, 202316:07, September 9, 2023

LeagueNews.co | Jason Patrick South Sydney Rabbitohs hooker Damien Cook has received another blow after being left out of the Kangaroos' extended train-on squad. This comes as a disappointment for...

Rugby League World Cup

Cherry-Evans to Roos: Meninga's Halfback Headache Solved?

Robbie Hamilton12:54, September 3, 202312:54, September 3, 2023

LeagueNews.co | Jess Malloy Kangaroos coach Mal Meninga has confirmed that Daly Cherry-Evans will be included in the squad for the end-of-year Tests, despite the strong competition from Nathan Cleary...

Rugby League World Cup South Sydney Rabbitohs Sydney Roosters

Rugby revelation: Cameron Murray's contract shock leaves Wallabies stunned

Robbie Hamilton9:53, August 31, 20239:53, August 31, 2023

LeagueNews.co | Jason Patrick Cameron Murray, the South Sydney Rabbitohs player, has revealed that he was never approached by Eddie Jones and Rugby Australia, despite being repeatedly named as a...

Rugby League World Cup State of Origin

Is pragmatism overshadowing inclusion in Rugby League World Cup?

Jason Patrick1:09, August 5, 20231:09, August 5, 2023

LeagueNews.co | Jess Malloy In a recent meeting held in Singapore, the International Rugby League made several announcements regarding the future of the sport. The most significant news is that...

Rugby League World Cup

Will the 2026 Rugby League World Cup be reduced?

Jason Patrick21:42, August 3, 202321:42, August 3, 2023

LeagueNews.co | Cooper McEnroe The Rugby League World Cup, scheduled for 2025 in France, has been postponed to 2026. The decision came after France withdrew as the host nation due...

Rugby League World Cup

Rugby League World Cup: France drops the ball, southern hemisphere steps up

Jason Patrick17:43, August 3, 202317:43, August 3, 2023

LeagueNews.co | Jess Malloy In a surprising turn of events, France has withdrawn from hosting the Rugby League World Cup in 2026 due to financial constraints. The tournament was initially...

Rugby League World Cup

Where will the 2026 Rugby League World Cup be held?

LeagueNews.co17:42, August 3, 202317:42, August 3, 2023

LeagueNews.co | Cooper McEnroe In a major development for Rugby League fans around the world, the next Rugby League World Cup is set to be held in the southern hemisphere...