Magic Weekend
Editor’s column: Magic Weekend cards highlight nearly impossible job for referees
If you’re sick of the inconsistencies relating to cards, bans and the disciplinary, spare a thought for the men in the middle.
How the 2022 Magic Weekend attendance compares to previous years
The total attendance of 62,154 for the 2022 Magic Weekend in Newcastle was a steady improvement on last year.
Where and when should Magic Weekend be in 2023?
After a sixth successful staging of the event, Newcastle’s St James’ Park looks favourite to host Magic Weekend again in 2023.
The entertainment business: How data is crucial to keeping RL’s best players on the pitch
The Magic Weekend will provide fans with a glimpse to some of the insights that clubs are hoping will help keep their best players on the pitch.
Challenge Cup v Magic Weekend: Can they continue to co-exist?
As we prepare for the quarter-finals of the Challenge Cup, it is now less than 100 days until Magic Weekend.
Magic Weekend 2022: Dates, times and fixtures confirmed for Super League showpiece
Super League have confirmed details for the 2022 Magic Weekend, with Newcastle’s St James’ Park hosting the showpiece again.
Editor’s column: Naff kits, empty seats & unbelievable drama
There were a few stories of people having left day one of Magic Weekend after 75 minutes of Catalans’ dramatic win over St Helens.
WIN: Two hospitality tickets to the Dacia Magic Weekend with Batchelors Peas
Batchelors Peas, the UK’s favourite canned peas brand and official sponsor of the Dacia Magic Weekend, have two hospitality tickets for the event up for grabs for Love Rugby League ...
Magic Weekend kick-off times confirmed
Super League have confirmed the kick-off times for this year’s Magic Weekend.
Super League season to be reduced, Magic Weekend faces delay
Newcastle United have been asked if they could host the Magic Weekend later in the year as Super League grapples with the complexities of another coronavirus hit season.
Sky Sports to show six retro Magic matches this weekend
Sky Sports will show six retro Magic Weekend matches from over the years this weekend.
Sky Sports to show six Magic Weekend classics in May
Sky Sports have announce they will show six Magic Weekend classics over the weekend of May 23-24.
Super League confirm postponement of Magic Weekend
Super League have confirmed Magic Weekend has been postponed – but they are still keen on the event taking place in 2020.
Super League preparing to scrap Magic Weekend
The Magic Weekend is looking increasingly likely to be scrapped as Super League chiefs try to plan how the resumed season might pan out.
Expansionist blog: Alnwick on the move as North East rugby league continues to grow
A genuine legacy of the Magic Weekend can be found in the North East, as rugby league continues to develop at pace at grassroots level.
Readers’ Awards 2019: Flop of the Year
The snowflake generation might be critical of such an award, but sometimes things that go wrong must be acknowledged, and you’ve had your say.
Mailbox: Play Challenge Cup games at Magic Weekend
In the latest mailbox, Joe Karkoszka suggests a major change to Magic Weekend.
Illness causes postponement of Toulouse game at French Magic Weekend
The first game of day two at the French Magic Weekend in Carcassonne has been postponed due to illness in the Toulouse camp.
Rugby League Today: Magic Weekend fixtures, GB ref criticised & teams qualify for World Cup
It was a busy weekend of international rugby league.
2020 Magic Weekend fixtures revealed
The fixtures for the 2020 Magic Weekend at St James’ Park have been revealed.
Off the Record: Rugby League Rumours and Gossip #186
What is the latest on Bradford? Which Toronto man is attracting interest? Which Wigan forward could be loaned out? Find out in the rumour and gossip column.
Magic Weekend set to remain at Anfield
Super League chief executive Robert Elstone says his preference is for Magic Weekend to remain at Anfield for 2020, despite interest from elsewhere.
Six potential venues for the 2020 Magic Weekend
We have taken a look at where the Magic Weekend could be staged next year.
Off the Record: Rugby League Rumours and Gossip #168
Who have made an immediate offer for Jackson Hastings? Which club are going part-time? When is the Great Britain shirt out? Find out in the gossip column.
Twitter Talk: Mixed bag over next venue for Magic Weekend
Social media went wild when asked the fans “where should Magic Weekend be held in 2020?”, so here are some of the results.
Have your say: Where should Magic Weekend be held in 2020?
We want to where you think Magic Weekend should be staged next year.
Mailbox: Take Magic Weekend to a new venue every year
In this week’s mailbox, Tonia Nicholson argues that the Magic Weekend isn’t meant for existing fans and should be moved around to help grow the game.
Drew’s views: Scrap Magic Weekend – but have more double headers
This week’s column will not be everyone’s cup of tea – but remember it’s just an opinion piece before you jump down my throat!