Brian Carney disagreed with Leeds Rhino's coach Brian McDermott for deciding to join the USA team at the end of the season. Carney felt McDermott would be a suitable candidate for the England job despite Steve McNamara currently occupying the position.

Hull KR Head Coach Chris Chester is confident his team can reach the semi-finals of the Challenge Cup for the first time since 2006.

Paul Wellens has announced his retirement from rugby league after a 17-year career at St Helens.

Man of the match Marc Sneyd was impressed to come back from 12-0 down whilst Tom Lineham was happy to get contribute with a hat trick.

Wakefield Wildcats chairman Michael Carter has appointed Brian Smith as head coach.

A poor second-half from Warrington allowed St Helens to rally and come from behind to win 20-16 at the Magic Weekend in Newcastle.

Reaction from the Magic Weekend as Widnes kicked off proceedings with a 38-16 victory over Salford at St James' Park

Hull defeated their local rivals Hull KR 42-20, after Fetuli Talanoa scored a hat-trick at St James' Park in the Magic Weekend.

Reaction from St James' Park as Wigan defeated Leeds 27-12 in the third game of Magic Weekend.

Eddie Hemmings and Barrie McDermott look ahead to Hull's game against Wakefield on Saturday night.