Crusaders lose 134-0 to Broncos in record defeat
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 8, 2026, 7:16 AM
Last updated Jun 8, 2026
North Wales Crusaders suffered a historic defeat, losing 134-0 at home to London Broncos on June 8, 2026. This marks the largest loss in the 131-year history of rugby league, with the Crusaders conceding 25 tries at Stadiwm CSM in Colwyn Bay. The Broncos scored quickly, with Emarly Bitungane opening the match just one minute in, while Brandon Webster-Mansfield led with five tries. This defeat is the third time this season the Crusaders have conceded over 100 points, maintaining their position at the bottom of the Championship standings with 11 losses in 14 matches. The Broncos remain undefeated, topping the table with 14 wins from 14 games.
- •Crusaders conceded 25 tries in the match.
- •This defeat is the largest in rugby league's top divisions.
- •Broncos are undefeated, leading the Championship with 14 wins.
- •Crusaders remain at the bottom of the table with -6 points.
- •The match took place at Stadiwm CSM in Colwyn Bay.
- 7:16 AMYahoo Sports — Crusaders suffer record 134-0 defeat by Broncos
- 7:16 AMBBC Sport — Crusaders suffer record 134-0 defeat
"The scoreline was the biggest defeat of any side in the top two divisions in the 131-year history of rugby league.
"The scoreline was the biggest defeat of any side in the top two divisions in the 131-year history of rugby league.
Sources
External links- Yahoo SportsJun 8, 2026, 7:16 AMCrusaders suffer record 134-0 defeat by Broncos
The scoreline was the biggest defeat of any side in the top two divisions in the 131-year history of rugby league.
- BBC SportJun 8, 2026, 7:16 AMCrusaders suffer record 134-0 defeat
The scoreline was the biggest defeat of any side in the top two divisions in the 131-year history of rugby league.
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