In today's Sports Talk, Mark Philip and Betfred's Peter Spencer reflect on the opening Super League fixture which saw defending champions St Helens beat Catalans Dragons.
They also preview this weekend's fixtures, take a look at Manchester United and Manchester City's Premier League games, and look back on Stockport County's 2-2 draw with Chesterfield on Tuesday night.
All square in battle of the Robins
A second half equaliser from visiting winger Ash Hunter saw the battle of the two Robins teams finish all square at Hurst Cross after a much livelier second period.
Nash bounce back in style
Following a run of three defeats in four, Curzon Ashton bounced back in style on Tuesday night with a statement 4-0 win at high-flyers Warrington Town.
United View: Reds stunned by the Tigers
Manchester United opened their 2026/27 Premier League season over the weekend with a trip to newly promoted Hull City, and a match that many expected to be straightforward for Carrick’s Reds turned out to be anything but.
City Watch: Guehi stars as Blues come from behind
The Premier League is finally back, and after what felt like an eternity of pre-season, Manchester City got their campaign underway with a dramatic 2-1 victory over Bournemouth on Sunday.
