The Rugby Football League (RFL) has approved the takeover of Salford Red Devils, clearing the way for the Super League side to field a full-strength side against Leeds Rhinos on Saturday. The takeover by a consortium led by businessman Dario Berta was completed earlier this month on the eve of the Super League season, but … Read more
Following a hugely eventful opening weekend in the Super League, Sky Sports Rugby League’s Barrie McDermott dissects the main talking points – and offers previews the storylines to follow for round two… I have kicked off my 34th season being involved in the best sport on the planet. Rugby league has given me so much … Read more
The Rugby Football League (RFL) have launched an investigation over Salford Red Devils’ squad selection which resulted in an 82-0 loss to St Helens. Salford wheeled out a squad of 16 on Saturday that was largely comprised of reserve and academy players for Saturday’s fixture, which was broadcast live on the BBC. 3 Salford made … Read more
Salford could be hit with a disrepute charge after fielding a reserve squad in their record-breaking 82-0 Betfred Super League defeat at St Helens on Saturday. Due to salary cap restrictions the Red Devils were denied the use of a number of senior players but head coach Paul Rowley still chose to name three of … Read more
Leigh Leopards owner Derek Beaumont has criticised Salford Red Devils for fielding a ‘reserves’ side in their 82-0 drubbing against St Helens. Salford only named 16 players for the clash with St Helens following their decision to name ‘predominantly reserve squad players’ in their squad due to ongoing disputes with the RFL regarding salary caps. … Read more
Salford Red Devils’ Ryan Brierley believes they can again target the play-offs in 2025 despite the financial uncertainty engulfing the club on the eve of the new Betfred Super League season. Salford were last month issued a reduced sustainability cap of £1.2m and ordered to sell players by the Rugby Football League, which came two … Read more