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Gallery: Wigan Warriors stars in training with England ahead of Rugby League World Cup opener

Seven Wigan Warriors players are set to feature for England in their Rugby League World Cup opener against Tonga on Saturday
Gallery: Wigan Warriors stars in training with England ahead of Rugby League World Cup opener

Seven Wigan Warriors players are set to feature for England in their Rugby League World Cup opener against Tonga on Saturday

England’s players are hard at work in preparation for their Rugby League World Cup opener against Tonga on Saturday, with seven Wigan Warriors stars set to feature for Brian McDermott’s side this weekend.

And, unlike in Wigan at this time of year, there has been plenty of warm weather and sunshine in Perth!

Morgan Smithies and Brad O'Neill all smiles in preparation for England's World Cup opener | Peter Keleman/SWpix.com

Warriors assistant Sean O'Loughlin will assist England boss Brian McDermott at the World Cup | Peter Keleman/SWpix.com

Junior Nsemba is enjoying a reunion with close pal and Warriors old-boy Kai Pearce-Paul | Peter Keleman/SWpix.com

Brad O'Neill sharing a laugh with his old Wigan teammate Morgan Smithies | Peter Keleman/SWpix.com

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It was published on October 13, 2026 and last updated on October 14, 2026. The time of the story is shown in your own time zone on the page.

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