The British government is providing 16 million pounds to"safeguard the immediate future" of rugby league, which has been grounded by the global pandemic.The British government is providing 16 million pounds to"safeguard the immediate future" of rugby league, which has been grounded by the global pandemic.
Oliver Dowden, Britain's secretary of state for digital, culture, media and sport, called the emergency funds"a massive shot in the arm to secure the survival of rugby league." England is hosting the 2021 Rugby League World Cup, which includes men's, women's and wheelchair competition. Toronto and Catalan, the two non-English clubs in the 12-team Super League, face unique challenges with border closures and travel restrictions. It's the same for Toulouse, which currently tops the second-tier Betfred Championship.
With its home opener originally slated for April 18, it has yet to play at Lamport Stadium this season — meaning it has not collected any gate or concession revenue at Lamport Stadium. It may find itself having to play more home games in England, a scenario that would cut into its revenue given the need to find and pay for replacement venues.
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