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England World Cup Exit Inquest, Should McDermott be AXED and Hull FC forward on the move? Ep 38

England World Cup Exit Inquest, Should McDermott be AXED and Hull City forward on the move? Ep 38The Rugby League World Cup may well be over for England's men and women.. but the Love Rugby League podcast isn't going anywhere!Aaron and Matt are back for another week to dissect another disappointing weekend for the national team and alongside the Rugby Football League's own review, launch our own inquest into what needs to happen next. Here's what's on this week's show..England are out - but who's to blame? We get stuck into the early exit and ask who should be held responsible.The boys also outline the key changes that have to happen to give the national team any chance of success in 2030..Should Brian McDermott survive the tournament and be given the opportunity to put things right at the next World Cup?Matt explains why he WOULDN'T put London in Super League in 2027, as we explain the latest over the ever-lasting situation surrounding their possible promotion to the top flight....while we also reveal how one club's pre-season plans are in chaos due to the delay over a confirmed start date.We'll also tell you which Hull FC forward is attracting interest from Bradford Bulls.

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With the Rugby League World Cup heating up and England's men still very much alive in the tournament, there's plenty to discuss in the latest episode of the Love Rugby League podcast.

Aaron and Matt return for another week with a packed show - which will not only bring you the news from the World Cup, but everything closer to home in Super League, too. Here's what's on this week's episode.

• With England still in the fight to qualify for the semi-finals, the boys look back at the win over France and ask whether changes need to be made against Papua New Guinea this weekend..
• ..as well as reflecting on how the tournament has looked and felt away from Brian McDermott's side so far, too - with the format once again under the microscope!
• Back in Super League, we've got a HUGE update on the future of London Broncos, and their decision on whether or not to accept the request to enter the top flight with zero central funding in 2027.
• And if the Broncos do come up, they could be lining up an ambitious play for one of Hull FC's biggest names. We'll tell you who it is.
• We'll also tell you which North Queensland Cowboys star has been offered to Super League clubs for next year, as well as revealing the Lebanon player who could be making the move to England.
• Semi Valemei shone for Fiji against Australia - but we'll tell you whether or not he has a future at Castleford Tigers in 2027.

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After a brilliant opening weekend of the Rugby League World Cup - well, except for England - the Love Rugby League podcast is back to get stuck into all the big talking points from the tournament and beyond.

Naturally, the inquest into England's disappointing defeat to Tonga is under review - but that's not all, with a number of big stories to dissect. Here's what Matt and Aaron are discussing this week.

• Where do England go from here after the loss to Tonga? The boys debrief it and ask whether England were bad, or Tonga were good..
• ..and how different should the team look for the France game? We're proposing some big changes.. find out more on the show.
• The boys don't hold back on their view of the 'farcical' World Cup format either, with some strong opinion on how England's tournament looks to be over after just one game.
• There's also plenty of discussion about the RFL's role in all of this - and whether the sport is taking the England national team seriously enough anymore: and what needs to change.
• Speaking of the RFL, their big figures are in Australia to try thrash out a deal with the NRL. After a chaotic few days we'll try and bring you up to date with what's happening.. with the boys receiving messages while we're recording..
• And without the NRL deal, what could Super League look like in 2027 - and what are the financial ramifications of no deal? We'll explain all the possible fallout..

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The Rugby League World Cup is here - but there is a lot happening away from the biggest tournament in the game too, and the Love Rugby League podcast has you covered with everything going on.

Our World Cup preview episode will tee up the opening round of the tournament, which starts on Thursday, but we'll also get stuck into domestic matters too.. with the usual batch of exclusives along the way. Here's what's on this week's show.

The prospect of a deal between Super League and the NRL is at boiling point. We'll tell you exactly where we're at as the Thursday deadline looms.. ..and we'll also bring you an exclusive new update on what the Super League calendar could look like - as well as the dramatically-changed new start date pencilled in for 2027.

It's World Cup time. We'll break down England's chances ahead of their opener against Tonga on Saturday and pick our starting line-ups.. with one or two differences between the boys!

We'll also run through our predictions for the opening week, and tell you how you can play along with us and win a bundle of prizes with our new partner, The Big Leagues.

The world of Super League is still turning fast - we've got another update on Castleford Tigers' coaching position. Is Paul Rowley going to be the man in charge in 2027?

We'll tell you all about it.We'll also reveal the two new St Helens players that have been offered to clubs for next year, as Kevin Walters looks to begin his overhaul at the Saints.

Finally, we'll tell you of a significant coaching change in the Championship - with Castleford icon Craig Huby set to land his first head coach role. We'll tell you where.

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The Grand Final has been and gone and we now have a World Cup to look forward to, and we're here to cover all of it on the Love Rugby League podcast. After Wakefield Trinity's triumphant Grand Final victory, the boys dissect the final and look at what the future may hold for the winners, and also Warrington Wolves after a fifth Old Trafford loss. But that's not all... The England squad is out and it has caused quite the stir. Jake Connor is out, Mikey Lewis is in, and a lot of players have pulled out. The boys get into it. There's the latest on London Broncos and their potential place in Super League next year as time for news draws closer. It's all quiet at Castleford Tigers... but why? More on what might be causing delays at the Tigers.

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It's one of the biggest weeks of the rugby league year - and what better way to warm up for the Super League Grand Final than with the new episode of the Love Rugby League podcast.

Ahead of an historic Old Trafford showdown between Wakefield Trinity and Warrington Wolves, the boys are back to look ahead to the big game, debrief the semi-finals and bring you one or two exclusives, too.

Here's what's on this week's show.There's only one place to start - Aaron and Matt go into depth about this weekend's Grand Final, with an extensive preview.. as well as the dreaded predictions.Should Warrington have been awarded the controversial penalty that proved key in their semi-final win, though?

The boys look back at that, and a 'world class' Wakefield performance as they stunned Wigan Warriors.There's been a dramatic twist in the Super League-NRL story - with London now looking set to be ADMITTED into Super League in 2027.

We'll exclusively tell you more on the show.Meanwhile, we'll tell you where Lee Briers is heading next, after he agreed a deal to leave St Helens and join another club.

Sticking with the Saints, we'll explain why their recruitment plans are on ice.. for now.

And we'll also tell you which frontline NRL forward has been offered to Super League clubs, and who is attracting a few admirers in the English game, too..

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After a dramatic opening weekend in the Super League play-offs, the Love Rugby League podcast returns for another week to look at all the big talking points both on and off the pitch over the last seven days.

As always, it's a busy show with some big exclusives and insight into the biggest stories dominating the sport right now. Here's what's on this week's show.

• The boys look back on the opening round of the play-offs and debrief both games in detail - including asking where it's gone wrong for Leigh and Hull KR.
• Speaking of which, are the Robins and the Leopards in danger of being OUT of play-off contention in 2027? We take an early look at the chances for both next year.
• Staying with Leigh, their owner has made headlines over the weekend after a busy period on social media.. the boys will offer their view on a messy situation and ask whether it's time for sterner action for owners.
• There's big movement with the NRL and Super League - as officials in England make a major decision on reported plans from Down Under to insert London Broncos into the top flight in 2027. We'll tell you all about it.
• We'll also explain why at least one other Championship club may think they could have a case to object to a possible elevation to Super League for London, too.
• Can Wakefield Trinity do the unthinkable and win at Wigan Warriors this weekend? We preview that and Leeds versus Warrington as the race for Old Trafford reaches a climax!

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SL-NRL deal EXCLUSIVE, Hull FC land Warrington prop and Castleford's next coaching candidate... EP31

It's the business end of the Super League season, with the play-offs upon us and the race to Old Trafford starting this week: and the Love Rugby League podcast is back to discuss all that and much more. With the usual stack of transfer exclusives and insight behind the scenes on the biggest stories dominating the sport, there's plenty to get through again. Here's what's on this week's show.. We'll bring you exclusive new detail on the NRL partnership with Super League as a deal reaches completion; including how the prospect of the Australians taking equity in Super League has changed - and what the NRL's first plans are after taking over.. There's more new names in for the Castleford Tigers job; we'll run through the early contenders, rule out one early favourite and tell you of another new name from Australia in the mix. We'll bring you exclusive news from Hull FC - as they close in on the signing of a forward for the 2027 campaign from another Super League team. Sticking with transfers, we'll explain the latest with outgoings at St Helens - and when they might start to move some of their contracted players on: as well as discuss who's in danger. The half-back transfer market is heating up - we'll tell you a new name that Bradford Bulls are interested in signing for 2027.. ..as well as reveal who the favourites to sign Adam Clune are following his exit from Huddersfield. And what does it mean for Jackson Hastings? We'll discuss his options as he prepares to leave St Helens. And finally, we'll preview this week's two play-off ties - as well as offer our dreaded predictions!

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The Super League season is heating up at the business end of the year - and the Love Rugby League podcast is back to debrief another huge weekend and look ahead to what's next.

It's another packed show, with Matt and Aaron returning to bring you the inside story on everything happening on and off the field in the world of Super League. Here's what's on this week's show..

• The boys look back at Wigan's huge win over Leeds and ask if anyone can stop the Warriors - and whether Matt Peet is now Super League's greatest EVER coach.
• Castleford Tigers remain a mess after their latest defeat, but there's some big bits of news concerning their 2027 plans. We'll reveal the Australians who may emerge as surprise contenders for their coaching role..
• ..as well as tell you which contracted player looks set to depart the club by mutual consent after their final game this weekend.
• There's a twist in the Sean O'Sullivan transfer saga - as we'll tell you which surprise Super League club have joined Bradford in the race and launched a bid to sign the Canterbury Bulldogs man.
• There's also murmurings over a new Super League club looking at Hull FC captain Aidan Sezer - we'll reveal more on this week's show.
• Going into the final round of the season, how do Leeds Rhinos respond to their humiliating loss to Wigan Warriors?
• We'll also explain why transfer shake-ups at multiple Super League squads will be happening much later than usual this year.. with a busy autumn ahead.

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Super League TV deal CONFIRMED, KR player exodus and Grand Final dress rehearsal arrives.. EP 28

A huge week of Super League action is incoming as the outlook of the season finally arrives.

Aaron and Matt return to talk about all the big topics dominating rugby league this week, with this among many of the talking points.

Super League has finalised the first key part of its broadcast deal for next year and beyond, but what does that mean for the NRL?

Speaking of the NRL, one of their most famous administrators has arrived in the UK as the plot continues to thicken.Kevin Walters is in the UK. Aaron and Matt look at his in-tray as he arrives at St Helens.

From the future head coach to the former one, there’s plenty going around about Paul Rowley to Castleford and the potential challenges facing that move.

Talk around Hull KR player movements are growing, but some are shot down here!

We discuss the humdinger Round 26 clash between Leeds Rhinos and Wigan Warriors the promises to be a shootout for the League Leaders’ Shield

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Castleford's likely next coach, Hull KR in CRISIS: and BIG changes coming at St Helens... EP 28

It's been another big week in the world of rugby league - and the Love Rugby League podcast is back for another episode to debrief the events of the last few days and look ahead at some huge stories dominating the sport.

Aaron and Matt return to look back at Round 24 of the Super League season and discuss some very big stories - as well as the usual batch of exclusives, too.

Here's what's on this week's show.With Ryan Carr's exit from Castleford now confirmed, the boys look at who might be next - with some surprise names revealed to be in the mix, but one very obvious candidate profiled..

Hull KR are in free-fall - could the defending champions miss the play-offs? We'll peel back the curtain on their problems and explain why it doesn't look like getting better any time soon.What could Kevin Walters' arrival at St Helens mean for some of their contracted stars - including Jack Welsby? We'll dive into that subject in detail..

There could be big changes on the way for Super League clubs - with the future of reserve grade now under threat. We'll reveal why and explain how it could have a huge impact for the Championship.We'll tell you which half-back Huddersfield Giants have signed for the 2027 season as they continue to build under Jim Lenihan.

And we'll also reveal a possible new home for Aidan Sezer - as well as the Leeds Rhinos man who is attracting interest from fierce rivals Bradford Bulls!

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NRL-SL deal Update, Hull FC new signing EXCLUSIVE and KR better without Mikey Lewis?... EP 27

With just a month to go in the Super League season and the NRL's investment into the competition close, things are spicing up both on the field and off it.

The Love Rugby League podcast returns for another week to dive into all the big storylines and more, with Aaron and Matt back to bring you up to date with everything from the world of rugby league. Here's what's on this week's show...

We'll take you behind the scenes on the NRL-Super League deal: and explain what may need to happen for an agreement to be struck - and why Peter V'Landys isn't happy.

We'll also bring Castleford Tigers fans up to speed with the latest on Ryan Carr: as a decision is set to be reached on his future at the club.It's the transfer deadline this week - which Super League clubs are going to do business for the rest of 2026, and who is likely to keep their powder dry?

We'll tell you the name of the Super League forward heading for Hull FC on loan in 2027...and we'll also reveal Jordy Crowther's next club, as an exit from Warrington Wolves at the end of this season looms large on the horizon.

We've a rare Tuesday night offering as Hull KR play Warrington - but as his ban comes to an end.. are the Robins now a better side WITHOUT Mikey Lewis? We debate that and much more.

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Inside Castleford's Ryan Carr Drama, Max Jowitt to LEAVE Wakefield and Ese'ese to Leeds? Ep 26

Things are heating up in Super League - and this week's episode of the Love Rugby League podcast is a busy one as the boys look ahead to the business end of the year.

Aaron and Matt are back for another week with a deeper look at the big stories in the world of rugby league.. as well as one or two big transfer exclusives too. Here's what's on this week show.

After a chaotic week at Castleford Tigers, we'll bring you all the latest on the Ryan Carr situation... and reveal what might happen next at the crisis-stricken Super League club.

They're not the only club in the headlines - Huddersfield Giants are on the move next year, and the boys have a heated debate about whether it's the right move or not!

Meanwhile, we'll also tell you which Gold Coast Titans player is heading to the Giants in 2027.Max Jowitt looks set to be on the move, with the Wakefield Trinity fullback closing in on a transfer to another Super League. We'll tell you who.

Could Herman Ese'ese REALLY be about to sign for Leeds Rhinos? We'll tell you the real story.

We'll also reveal why a visit to London Broncos from the NRL last week could be opening the door further for their entry into Super League in 2027.

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Super League clubs WANT Castleford Star, Wigan on the Road AGAIN and SL Sponsor Crisis...

The Super League season is fast approaching the business end of 2026 - and the Love Rugby League podcast is back to bring you all the biggest updates from some of the sport's biggest clubs.

After another sizeable weekend for some huge clubs, there's a big fallout ahead - and Aaron and Matt are back to bring you the inside line on everything that's happening in the world of rugby league.Here's what's on this week's show: please don't forget to like, share and subscribe - and hype the video if you're on mobile!

We'll take you behind the scenes at Castleford Tigers and try to explain what's going wrong after another horror performance - and we'll tell you which player is attracting interest from multiple Super League clubs.

Meanwhile, we'll also reveal which young Castleford man is heading for Toulouse in 2027.

What's going wrong at Hull FC - and who's to blame? The boys have a deep dive into the issues at the Black and Whites.London Broncos are pushing for Super League in 2027 - and we'll tell you the big plans they have for a game against Wigan Warriors in a very special location..

St Helens' coaching situation continues to evolve; we'll reveal the Championship head coach who is being earmarked for a role in their staff next season!

There's news on Featherstone Rovers' plans to get back on the field in 2027 - and it's not good news.

Finally, we've also got an exclusive update on Super League's sponsorship problems - and how they might be able to lose a huge name from their partnerships..

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WHY St Helens sacked Rowley, NRL investment EXCLUSIVE and Leigh transfer news... EP 24

With a hugely successful Rivals Round in the bag for Super League, attention now turns to the final rounds of the regular season - and a hugely significant few weeks off the field, too.

The Love Rugby League podcast returns for another week to bring you all the latest about Super League's future with the NRL and look ahead to another big round of action.

Here's what's on this week's show with Aaron and Matt..The boys will provide fresh detail from behind the scenes on St Helens about the surprising reasons why the club decided to sack Paul Rowley in such dramatic circumstances - and what prompted them to act when they did.

We'll also bring you one name that the club's hierarchy are very keen on - as well as some names from Down Under that may be of interest and well worth tracking.

There's an update on Super League's TV deal with Sky Sports - and why it might not be as straightforward a deal as many are expecting it to be.

Meanwhile, we've a huge exclusive update on the NRL's investment into Super League - and why this week could be crucial for the chances of a takeover.

One of Leigh Leopards' forwards will leave the club at the end of this season; find out who on this week's show.And we'll tell you about ANOTHER player from NRL strugglers St George-Illawarra Dragons who's been offered to Super League clubs for 2027.

Finally, is Bevan French officially Super League's greatest overseas player? And if not, who is?

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Hull KR in free fall, SHAMBOLIC Man of Steel Shortlist and Jolliffe on the move... ep 23

After an action-packed weekend in Super League with plenty of big talking points, the Love Rugby League podcast is back to dissect everything that's happened - as well as provide you with an exclusive update from the world of rugby league.

It's been a busy few days and as such, it's a busy show for the boys this week! Here's what's on the agenda as Aaron and Matt once again tackle the big topics in the greatest game...

We dive deep into the crisis at Hull KR, could the Super League champions miss the play-offs? And what are the reasons behind their slump in form? We peel back the curtain to tell you what's happening at the Robins.

After a morale-boosting victory for St Helens last weekend, do the boys need to eat some humble pie and accept they might have got it wrong about the Saints' woes of late?

Castleford Tigers stunned Leeds Rhinos on Sunday - should hopes be high that Ryan Carr can lead them to the play-offs in 2027? We'll also discuss his comments that were picked up on the Sky microphones.

The latest Man of Steel top 10 has been released and it comes with some interesting names. The boys get stuck into the shortlist and tell you why it's wrong and point out the players who have been unfairly left out!It wouldn't be a podcast without a transfer exclusive; we'll tell you which Super League club Gold Coast prop Jaimin Jolliffe is signing for in 2027.

We'll also bring you some exclusive details on changes to the IMG system - and what might be in store at a big meeting at the RFL later this week.

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After another dramatic and action-packed week in the world of Super League, the Love Rugby League podcast returns with a deep dive into all the big stories over the last seven days.

Aaron and Matt are back to review everything we've seen on the field - as well as bringing you a number of exclusive transfer stories that are well worth checking out.

Here's what's on this week's show.

• We'll get deep into the crisis at St Helens, explain whether or not Paul Rowley's future is under threat and bring you some exclusive detail on what's happening behind the scenes at the Saints.
• As well as that, we'll bring you an exclusive transfer update on Jed Cartwright - and explain why he will be sticking around for longer than the Saints originally said.
• We'll tell you which star of the Championship has signed for Castleford Tigers in 2027 as their latest rebuild under Ryan Carr gathers pace.
• Wakefield Trinity had a huge win at the weekend - but we'll tell you which one of their players is being offered to clubs by his management ahead of potentially entering the open market later this year.
• Sticking with Trinity, we'll shine a light on their huge win at Hull KR - and explain why they're now bonafide Super League title contenders.
• What's going wrong at Hull KR, meanwhile? There's a deep dive into the troubles the champions are having - and a scathing review from Matt on their title chances for 2026..

All that and much more. Please don't forget to like, subscribe and hype this week's show!

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Kai O'Donnell EXCLUSIVE, Super League TV deal latest and Magic Weekend debrief... EP 21

Magic Weekend has been and gone but the fallout from it will last for quite a while!From magical performances to horrid ones, and a lot of controversy in between, the boys break down the big talking points from the weekend, and what comes next.

Here what’s in store

Was Magic Weekend in 2026, a success or not?

The lads discuss the future of Kai O’Donnell as he has decided which Super League club he’ll join next year, but there’s a catch...

The boys bring you their latest insights on the Super League TV deal

What on earth happened to Castleford Tigers and there’s a disagreement as the race for the play-offs heats up!

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Marc Sneyd exclusive, Gareth Ellis on the move and new RFL CEO confirmed... EP 20

It was a controversial week in the world of rugby league, thankfully, we have you covered.

The latest episode of the Love Rugby League podcast covers the Harry Robertson saga that exploded into life over the weekend, while also providing more exclusives from across the sport, including two stalwarts on the move, and the identity of the new RFL CEO.

Beyond that, Aaron and Matt preview Magic Weekend, raise concerns for certain clubs and much more.

Here’s a breakdown of what’s in store.

A war of words has broken out between Wakefield Trinity and St Helens over Harry Robertson, but who is in the right?

Marc Sneyd is set to leave Warrington Wolves, and his next move appears to becoming clear,Hull FC’s staff changes keep on happening, with one high-profile man set to exit.

We reveal the identity of the new RFL CEO and concerns are raised for one of Super League’s leading clubs.

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The Love Rugby League podcast is back for another week - with a transfer special as Aaron and Matt bring you all the latest goings on and a series of exclusives from Super League and beyond.It's an action packed show with lots to discuss, and plenty of big names who are making moves for 2027.

Here's what's on the latest episode:We'll bring you confirmation of Hull KR's next coach, with Rovers having officially decided on the man who will succeed Willie Peters in 2027. We'll bring you the lowdown on what the Robins can expect from the new boss too, and how it impacts their transfer plans.

There's a whole heap of transfer exclusives to get into - including the former England international that Bradford Bulls have identified as a primary target for their ever-changing squad next year.

There's news on Warrington prop Joe Philbin - as we reveal the two clubs that are pursuing a move for the Ireland international, and who the frontrunners are.

We'll tell you the two Super League half-backs York Knights are interested in as they look to freshen up their squad for 2027 under Mark Applegarth.

Suniasi Vunivalu's move to Wakefield is off, and a transfer to Hull has been speculated. But we'll tell you which THREE clubs are in the running for the former Melbourne Storm star.

Away from transfers, the boys also get stuck into the struggles of the likes of York Knights and Toulouse, and how the move to 14 teams is officially backfiring....while there's a look at the battle to make the play-offs: and are Castleford Tigers an outside bet to gatecrash the top six?

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