Peter Smith

4 days ago | yorkshireeveningpost.co.uk | Peter Smith

Leeds Rhinos product Jack Broadbent was man of the match for Hull KR as they booked a second Wembley appearance in three years today. Broadbent, who came through Rhinos’ academy system, scored a brace of second half tries in the Robins’ 36-12 Betfred Challenge Cup semi-final defeat of Catalans Dragons in front of an 8,000 full-house at York Community Stadium. The 24-year-old scored nine tries in 22 first team games for Rhinos from 2020-2022 before moving to Castleford Tigers.

5 days ago | yorkshireeveningpost.co.uk | Peter Smith

Disappointed boss Lois Forsell admitted Leeds Rhinos have “some tough lessons to learn” after Wigan Warriors ended their Wembley hopes. Rhinos were thumped 44-14 in today’s Betfred Women’s Challenge Cup semi-final at York Community Stadium. Leeds conceded nine tries and were 38-0 behind before opening their account. Though they scored three of the final four touchdowns to salvage some pride, Forsell admitted it was a painful experience.

5 days ago | yorkshireeveningpost.co.uk | Peter Smith

Leeds Rhinos’ Wembley dream turned into a nightmare as they were outclassed 44-14 by Wigan Warriors in today’s Women’s Challenge Cup semi-final at York. The result wasn’t a surprise, but the margin - which actually could have been much worse - was. Wigan scored nine tries and Leeds were 38-0 behind before scoring three tries in the final quarter.

5 days ago | birminghammail.co.uk | Peter Smith

Thelo Aasgaard will be a wanted man in the Championship after a stark warning from his international managerThelo Aasgaard helped Luton Town transform their form in the second half of the season.(Image: Will Cooper/REX/Shutterstock)Luton Town star Thelo Aasgaard has been advised to leave the club by Norway manager Stale Solbakken. The 23-year-old midfielder is in a group of stand-out players from the three relegated clubs who will be on the radar of Championship clubs this summer.

5 days ago | birminghammail.co.uk | Peter Smith

Aston Villa might have to be creative in their transfer deals this summer to stay on the right side of profit and sustainability rulesHarvey Barnes has been in superb form for Newcastle United. Newcastle United insiders suggest that a Harvey Barnes sale would only be contemplated if the club was to make a major profit. Barnes joined Newcastle from Leicester City two years ago for £38 million and has three years left on his contract.