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New Salford Rugby Team Approved for 2026 Comeback

12/22/2025

Summary

Story summary

The Rugby Football League approves Mason Caton-Brown's Salford RLFC Ltd consortium to form a Salford team for 2026.
This follows winding up of the former Salford Red Devils due to financial issues.
Mason Caton-Brown, with Malcolm Crompton and Paul Hancock, leads the consortium to restore Salford's legacy.
The Rugby Football League praised the consortium's sustainable governance and financial responsibility.
The new team will face Oldham on January 16, 2026.

History

Historical Context

In 2025, Salford Red Devils faced financial collapse, culminating in a High Court ruling that wound up the club due to debts exceeding £4 million. The Rugby Football League revoked their membership, but a new consortium led by Mason Caton-Brown aims to establish a new team by 2026. This effort highlights a growing emphasis on sustainable financial practices in sports governance.

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Story summary

The Rugby Football League approves Mason Caton-Brown's Salford RLFC Ltd consortium to form a Salford team for 2026.
This follows winding up of the former Salford Red Devils due to financial issues.
Mason Caton-Brown, with Malcolm Crompton and Paul Hancock, leads the consortium to restore Salford's legacy.
The Rugby Football League praised the consortium's sustainable governance and financial responsibility.
The new team will face Oldham on January 16, 2026.

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