POST-MATCH: Matt Ross following Sheffield defeat
Jake Watson • 11 May 2025
POST-MATCH: Matt Ross following Sheffield defeat
London Broncos narrowly lost to Sheffield Eagles 22-20 at Rosslyn Park this afternoon and Matt Ross has asked the fans to stick with the players through the tough run of results.
Tries from Jack Farrimond x2 and Louix Gorman made the game incredibly close but it was Sheffield who take the all important two points.
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OFFICIAL STATEMENT Following recent reports in the media London Broncos would like to clarify that no decision has been made in regard to any name change. Gary Hetherington has recently spoken openly about ongoing discussion and research about a possible rebrand however no such decision will be made until an ownership group is in place. “The Hounds” is a name that has been recommended and registered although we reiterate that no decision has been made. As soon as the Club is in a position to update fans with any news this will be announced accordingly through the official channels. #WeAreLondon

GAMEWEEK: Hunslet RLFC vs London Broncos London Broncos move into Round 14 of the Championship season on Sunday with a trip to Yorkshire to take on Hunslet RLFC. It is a return to action after a weekend off following the most recent trip to France to take on Toulouse. Despite not coming away with the win it was a performance which there were plenty of positives to take away from against a team top of the league and on a run of 8 consecutive wins. Sunday see's the divisions bottom two sides come up against one an another so will be viewed as a big game for both.

POST-MATCH REACTION: Mike Eccles following narrow Toulouse defeat London Broncos Director of Rugby & Performance Mike Eccles felt that despite defeat in France to the league leaders Toulouse Olympic, it was a performance with "plenty of positives and lots to build on." The Broncos would twice take the lead in the first-half only to be pegged back on both occasions to go into the break 12-12 but a last minute try from Benjamin Laguerre would seal the points for Sylvain Houles side. Watch the full post-match interview with Mike Eccles below. #WeAreLondon

TEAM NEWS: Toulouse Olympique vs London Broncos Here is your starting line-up for this afternoon’s Championship with Toulouse at the Stade Ernest-Wallon. Brandon Webster-Mansfield comes in at centre to make his full debut and Connor O’Beirne returns to the starting line-up following injury. #WeAreLondon

MATCH PREVIEW: Toulouse Olympique vs London Broncos London Broncos head into one of the stand out fixtures of the season on Sunday when they make the trip to the south of France to take on Toulouse Olympique. Not only is it a visit to the side topping the Championship table but it is also the destination of one of the best days in the club's recent history. Securing promotion against Toulouse in 2023 was the last meeting between the two sides but despite the Broncos coming out on top that day it is the French who will be favourites on Sunday. Broncos come into this game on the back of a losing run but shoots of improvements were clear to see in the narrow defeat to Widnes last time out and will be boosted by the squad named. Squad Information Mike Eccles has named the 21-man travelling party for this weekend’s trip to Toulouse as Brandon Webster-Mansfield is named for the first time since arriving. Alongside Webster-Mansfield we also Liam Tindall and Connor O’Beirne return, coming as a huge boost for the squad. Sam Winney also returns to the 21 for the first time since breaking his jaw in the away game at Barrow. Jack Smith who is on dual registration from Leeds Rhinos also joins the group after scoring two tries on his debut for the club against Widnes Vikings. Lewis Bienek remains the only major absentee however it is hoped he will be fit for the next game at Hunslet.
MATCH PREVIEW: Mike Eccles looks ahead to Toulouse trip London Broncos Director of Rugby & Performance Mike Eccles has done his pre-match interview ahead of the trip to Toulouse and has offered a positive update. Liam Tindall and Connor O'Beirne are in contention to play following injuries and Lewis Bienek will hopefully be ready for the next game against Hunslet. Jack Smith, Connor Barley and Kian McDermott and Lukas Mason make up the rest of the squad. Watch the full interview with Mike below. #WeAreLondon