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York Knights sign Matty English for 2027 season despite injury

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 21, 2026, 12:19 PM

Last updated Sep 21, 2026

York Knights sign Matty English for 2027 season despite injury
Summary

York Knights have secured a deal with prop Matty English for the 2027 season. English, who suffered a serious knee injury just days after joining on loan from Huddersfield Giants, is expected to be out of action for the first few months of the season. He was previously set to be a free agent after the 2026 campaign. English expressed determination to return stronger and is encouraged by the team's unity and fan passion. Head coach Mark Applegarth believes English has a significant role to play in the club's future.

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  • •Matty English signs a contract with York Knights for the 2027 season.
  • •He suffered a severe knee injury shortly after joining on loan.
  • •English is expected to return within the first few months of the season.
  • •He made 157 appearances for Huddersfield Giants before joining York.
  • •Head coach Mark Applegarth is confident in English's potential impact.
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  • 12:19 PMYahoo Sports — York sign injured prop English for 2027
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York Knights sign prop Matty English on a deal for the 2027 season.

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