The Love Rugby League Podcast

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.. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Love Rugby League podcast returns for another week - with Matt and Aaron bringing you the inside track on all the biggest stories in the world Super League and beyond. As the domestic season passes through halfway and the transfer market showing signs of starting to stir into life, it's another busy show. Here's what's on this week's agenda: After another damaging defeat for St Helens, the boys dive into the Saints' issues: and ask whether or not Paul Rowley is the right man to return the club to the Super League summit.. There's also exclusive news of ANOTHER departure from the Saints, as one of their coaching staff makes the switch to Super League rivals Hull FC for 2027. There's an update on the 1895 Cup final later this summer - and a possible new location for the showpiece decider between Widnes Vikings and London Broncos. We'll tell you what's happening with the transfer market - and why the hold-up over a deal with the NRL is impacting your club and their transfer plans for 2027. There's an update on Jason Qareqare's future, as Castleford Tigers push to re-sign the winger despite interest from York Knights. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Challenge Cup Final Fallout, Remembering John Kear & Dublin Exclusive After an unforgettable and historic weekend for Wigan Warriors in the Challenge Cup, the Love Rugby League podcast returns to debrief Saturday's final and bring you all the latest from the world of rugby league. Here's what's on the agenda this week. The boys pay tribute to the legendary John Kear following his tragic passing over the weekend. There's all the fallout from the Challenge Cup final, including a thorough debrief on where it went wrong for Hull KR - and what it means for the victorious Wigan Warriors, too.Do the performances of some of Wigan's stars mean the salary cap rules now have to change as a matter of priority? The boys also debate the future of the cup final at Wembley Stadium - with some strong views both ways!We promised exclusives - and we'll reveal a big update on the plans for a game in Dublin between Wigan and Warrington: and why TWO MORE Super League teams are going to Ireland with them in 2027! There's also an exclusive update on one of the Championship's top stars, who is being pursued by multiple Super League clubs for 2027. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Vegas for Leigh? Parramatta DUO Offered and KR vs Wigan Dilemma... EP 14 The Love Rugby League podcast is back for another episode and there’s plenty to get stuck into after another big week in the sport. Aaron and Matt discuss the latest twist in the race for Super League’s next trip to Las Vegas, with Leigh Leopards emerging as surprise contenders to face Bradford after Hull FC and St Helens appeared to distance themselves from the States fixture. The boys also react to reports that two Parramatta Eels players, Dylan Walker and Bailey Simonsson, have been offered to Super League clubs for next season, debating where they could fit and whether either would be smart business. There’s also a look ahead to a fascinating fortnight between Wigan Warriors and Hull KR, who meet in the league before going head-to-head again in the Challenge Cup Final – but do either side rest players, or go full strength in search of a psychological edge? And finally, with a growing number of low-quality contests this season, Aaron and Matt ask the big question: has Super League become too hard to watch at times? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

NRL veterans Super League bound? HUGE Championship structure changes, Challenge Cup Semi Preview... EP 12 The Love Rugby League podcast is back for another episode - with this weekend's Challenge Cup semi-finals dominating the conversation.Aaron and Matt will preview both huge showdowns as the Wembley finalists are decided, but they'll also bring you plenty of exclusive news around the world of rugby league as usual. Here's what's on this week's show.It's Wigan versus St Helens and Hull KR versus Warrington for a place at Wembley. We'll dive into both games in detail and bring you news from the camps as we preview both Challenge Cup semi-finals.We'll bring you exclusive news of not one, but TWO veterans from the NRL who may well be moving to Super League in 2027 - with their names appearing on the transfer radar of several clubs. The boys don their tin hats and attempt to pick their England teams for this autumn's World Cup - with plenty of debate and some controversial picks as they try to second guess what new coach Brian McDermott could do! There's also a huge exclusive story from the Championship - as we reveal what the plans are for the second tier in 2027 and how the competition could be about the change forever. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices