North Wales Crusaders secure 2027 RFL Championship spot with revised plan
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 30, 2026, 5:54 PM
Last updated Oct 30, 2026
North Wales Crusaders have confirmed their position in the Rugby Football League (RFL) Championship for 2027 after revising their business plan. Initially, the team withdrew their bid for a license when required to provide £150,000 in an escrow account. However, RFL chief executive Ian Nolan announced that with the updated plan, the club has addressed the concerns of the governing bodies. This news comes after a tumultuous year for the club, previously on the brink of collapse. The new arrangement mandates that all home games will occur at Colwyn Bay, alongside regular financial reporting to the RFL.
- •Crusaders initially withdrew their license bid earlier this month.
- •A revised business plan satisfied RFL inquiries for the club’s future.
- •The RFL confirmed the club's participation for the 2027 season.
- •All home games will be held at Colwyn Bay going forward.
- •Monthly financial reports will be submitted to the RFL.
- 5:54 PMYahoo Sports — North Wales Crusaders secure RFL future
"North Wales Crusaders have secured a place in the Rugby Football League Championship for 2027 despite initially withdrawing their bid for a licence.
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