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Wakefield Trinity vs Warrington Wolves Set for Super League Final

By Drooid · Oct 3, 2026, 2:54 PM UTC · How we work

Summary

Story summary

Wakefield Trinity will face Warrington Wolves in the Super League Grand Final at Old Trafford.
The match starts at 6 pm on Saturday, October 3, 2026.
Wakefield chase their first league title since 1968 while Warrington aim for a first Super League championship since 1955.
The winner receives a £200,000 cheque, with Sky Sports broadcasting the game live from 5 pm.

History

Historical Context

The Super League, launched in 1996 and decided by a Grand Final at Old Trafford since 1998, has been dominated by five clubs—St Helens, Leeds, Wigan, Bradford and Hull KR. Wakefield Trinity’s first appearance in the 2026 final against Warrington Wolves marks the first non-big-four matchup since the 1991 premiership final, reviving calls for greater competition.

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Story summary

Wakefield Trinity will face Warrington Wolves in the Super League Grand Final at Old Trafford.
The match starts at 6 pm on Saturday, October 3, 2026.
Wakefield chase their first league title since 1968 while Warrington aim for a first Super League championship since 1955.
The winner receives a £200,000 cheque, with Sky Sports broadcasting the game live from 5 pm.

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