Wakefield Trinity faces Warrington Wolves in Super League Grand Final
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 2, 2026, 7:51 AM
Last updated Oct 2, 2026
Wakefield Trinity competes against Warrington Wolves in the Super League Grand Final on October 3 at Old Trafford. This marks Wakefield's first appearance in the Grand Final since 1968, following a remarkable rise under owner Matt Ellis and head coach Daryl Powell. The club has shown significant improvement over the past three seasons, highlighted by a successful 2026 campaign. Winger Tom Johnstone noted the motivation provided by Powell's vision of becoming legends for the club. The match will be broadcast live on various platforms.
- •Wakefield Trinity plays Warrington Wolves in the Grand Final.
- •The match takes place at Old Trafford on October 3.
- •This is Wakefield's first Grand Final since 1968.
- •Owner Matt Ellis and coach Daryl Powell have revitalized the club.
- •Wakefield aims to achieve title-winning status and historical significance.
- 7:51 AMYahoo Sports — 'You could be legends' - inside unfancied Wakefield's rapid ascent
- 7:38 AMBBC Sport — 'You could be legends' - inside unfancied Wakefield's rapid ascent
"Wakefield Trinity's stars of yesteryear are remembered in sepia; the class of 2026 have the chance to add some colour with the chance of Grand Final glory.
"Wakefield Trinity's stars of yesteryear are remembered in sepia; the class of 2026 have the chance to add some colour with the chance of Grand Final glory.
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External links- Yahoo SportsOct 2, 2026, 7:51 AM'You could be legends' - inside unfancied Wakefield's rapid ascent
Wakefield Trinity's stars of yesteryear are remembered in sepia; the class of 2026 have the chance to add some colour with the chance of Grand Final glory.
- BBC SportOct 2, 2026, 7:38 AM'You could be legends' - inside unfancied Wakefield's rapid ascent
Wakefield Trinity's stars of yesteryear are remembered in sepia; the class of 2026 have the chance to add some colour with the chance of Grand Final glory.
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