England boss McDermott urges patience in PNG points chase

England boss Brian McDermott has urged his players not to panic as they chase points against Papua New Guinea in Wollongong on Friday in a bid to keep alive their Rugby League World Cup hopes.

Published on RocksNews: 29 Oct 2026, 11:21 UTC
Updated: 29 Oct 2026, 11:21 UTC
Language: English

England boss McDermott urges patience in PNG points chase — Image credit: BBC Sport

England boss Brian McDermott has urged his players not to panic as they chase points against Papua New Guinea in Wollongong on Friday in a bid to keep alive their Rugby League World Cup hopes.