Wakefield top as all 14 Super League clubs stay for 2027
Summary
All 14 rugby league Super League clubs will stay in the competition for the 2027 season, with Wakefield Trinity ranked highest for the first time. The rankings are based on five factors: fan experience, finances, stadium, community work, and on-field performance.Key Facts
- Wakefield Trinity topped the 2026 gradings after winning the Super League Grand Final.
- The rankings are created by the media company IMG and rate clubs on fan experience, finance, stadium quality, community involvement, and playing results.
- London Broncos ranked 16th and will not join the Super League next season despite winning three trophies in the second-tier league.
- There are 14 clubs in the Super League, all of which will remain for 2027.
- The Rugby Football League (RFL) chief highlighted the progress clubs have made both on and off the field.
- Leeds Rhinos were second in the rankings, and Warrington Wolves rose to third after reaching the Grand Final.
- Some teams like St Helens dropped in ranking after missing the play-offs for the first time in the Super League era.
- The ranking system places clubs into three categories (A, B, and C) based on their scores.
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