Kate Middleton has expressed her support for England’s rugby league team ahead of a significant event at Wembley Stadium on Saturday. The England side, led by Shaun Wane, will face Australia in the first Ashes clash in 22 years, marking the return of this intense rivalry. The Ashes competition had been on hold since 2003 due to the Covid-19 pandemic.
This match presents England with an opportunity to seek redemption for their loss in Australia over two decades ago, with expectations of challenging the record attendance for an England rugby league international at Wembley. Kate Middleton, the Patron of the Rugby Football Union, has endorsed the team’s efforts, emphasizing her excitement for the game’s new chapter unfolding at Wembley.
Kate, who has been the RFU patron since 2022, has been actively involved in rugby, attending various matches and showing keen interest in both codes. Having witnessed England’s Rugby League World Cup quarter-final and the England women’s rugby union side’s semi-final, she is well acquainted with the players and the England-Australia sporting rivalry.
As the England men’s rugby league team gears up to face Australia in London, Coach Wane stresses the importance of maintaining focus and delivering a top-notch performance throughout the match. The upcoming game is expected to be a tough challenge, with Australia posing a formidable opponent. Wane emphasizes the need for all players to be at their best and show utmost respect to the Australian team.
The Ashes series comprises three matches, with the opener at Wembley followed by games at Everton’s Hill Dickinson Stadium on November 1 and Headingley on November 8. The anticipation is high for this long-awaited clash between England and Australia in the world of rugby league.