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W E LCO M I N G T H E WO R L D The Rugby League World Cup 2021 will be a breakthrough moment for Rugby League when the men’s, women’s and wheelchair games come together for the first time on the sport’s biggest stage. RLWC2021 will cross county, taking in towns and cities, showcasing a diverse, welcoming culture and all that England has to offer. The 32 teams competing across the three blue riband events will showcase not only the Northern Powerhouse but shine a light on Yorkshire – as a third of the host locations (6) are situated in the county. YO R K S H I R E ’ S R U G B Y L E AG U E WO R L D C U P HOST VENUES
DONCASTERI The historic market town of Doncaster is renowned for its rich railway heritage and its amazing architecture, particularly on the Great North Road. It has an original Roman wall, a Saxon church, Norman castles at Conisbrough and Tickhill; and a wealth of Georgian and Regency architecture reflecting the glory days of Doncaster. The Keepmoat Stadium will host three men’s group games and Doncaster will be the team base for Samoa (Men’s).
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