RLWC2017 CEO Andrew Hill

Ireland, Wales qualify for Rugby League World Cup 2017

As RLEF qualifying Group A winners, Wales, will take position “EQ1” in Pool C of the RLWC2017 tournament draw, with Ireland taking the place of “EQ2” as Group B winners.

RLWC2017 CEO, Andrew Hill, welcomed the addition of both teams to the sport’s pinnacle international event, which will be co-hosted by Australia and New Zealand, with three pool games in Papua New Guinea, from 27 October until 2 December 2017.

“I’d like to congratulate both Ireland and Wales on qualifying for next year’s Rugby League World Cup.