Whitehaven Cup Clash to be shown on BBC IPlayer
20/01/2026We can confirm that this Saturday’s Betfred Challenge Cup 2nd Round clash against Whitehaven R.L.F.C. will be shown live on the BBC IPlayer. The match will be broadcast live from the Steel City Stadium, with kick-off at 2:30pm, giving supporters who...
Continue ReadingMatch Report | Whitehaven 4-11 Sheffield Eagles
18/01/2026Written by Spencer Arnold The Eagles secured a hard-fought 11-4 victory over Whitehaven in difficult and muddy conditions this afternoon, gaining two points in their opening game of the 2026 Championship campaign. The opening half was scrappy, with few clear chances created....
Continue Reading2026 Leadership named
17/01/2026We are pleased to confirm our Captain, Vice-Captains and Extended leadership Group for the upcoming 2026 Betfred Championship campaign. Second-rower Joel Farrell will once again lead the Eagles as captain in 2026, having been appointed ahead of last season following the...
Continue Reading21-Man squad named for Whitehaven season opener this Sunday!
16/01/2026Craig Lingard has named his 21-man squad for this Sunday’s season opener in the Betfred Championship against Whitehaven R.L.F.C (3pm KO). The Eagles make the trip to Cumbria looking to get a first two points of the season, and the Eagles...
Continue Reading2026 Betfred Championship Playoff Structure Confirmed
16/01/2026As anticipation builds to the first kick off for the 2026 Betfred Championship season, the Rugby Football League have today confirmed the 10-team Play Off structure format which will be in place for the end of the season. Using an extended...
Continue ReadingPreview | Whitehaven away on Sunday in season opener
13/01/2026It is the opening round of the Betfred Championship this coming Sunday as the Eagles make the trip north to take on Whitehaven R.L.F.C (3pm KO). Craig Lingard’s side return to competitive action following the cancellation of last weekend’s friendly away...
Continue ReadingEagles or Whitehaven draw Warrington in Challenge Cup R3
12/01/2026Sheffield Eagles or Whitehaven have been drawn at home to Betfred Super League side Warrington Wolves in the Betfred Challenge Cup 3rd Round. The Eagles meet the Cumbrian side a week on Saturday, 24th January, at the Steel City Stadium, and...
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