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Warrington Wolves and Wakefield Trinity reshape Super League Grand Final
Warrington Wolves and Wakefield Trinity face off in Super League Grand Final as the first time since 1997 that none of St Helens, Leeds Rhinos, or Wigan Warriors compete.
In brief
Warrington Wolves and Wakefield Trinity face off in Super League Grand Final as the first time since 1997 that none of St Helens, Leeds Rhinos, or Wigan Warriors compete. Warrington Wolves and Wakefield Trinity will compete in the 2026 Super League Grand Final, marking the first time none of the traditional Super…
Super League Grand Final shifts
The 2026 Super League Grand Final marks the first time none of St Helens, Leeds Rhinos, or Wigan Warriors have been involved.
Historic context
This is the first Grand Final EVER that does not include one of St Helens, Leeds Rhinos, or Wigan Warriors.
Dominance of traditional teams
St Helens have won it on nine occasions, Leeds eight times, Wigan have seven Grand Final wins, and Bradford three.
Hull KR's rise
Hull KR have a '1' next to their name - that is what one of Wakefield Trinity and Warrington Wolves will have come Saturday night.
2026 season outcomes
In 2026, St Helens missed out on the play-offs for the first time in their history, Leeds were beaten by Warrington, Wigan were dominated by Wakefield, Bradford finished bottom, and Hull KR were dumped out by the Wolves in the Eliminators.
Wakefield's underdog story
Wakefield Trinity booked their place in their first-ever Super League Grand Final after being relegated in 2024 and returning to Super League within two years.
Wakefield's leadership
Owner Matt Ellis, head of recruitment Ste Mills, and head coach Daryl Powell created a plan for rapid progress through talent signing, stadium improvements, and player development.
Warrington's journey
Warrington Wolves have rebuilt over eight years to reach the Grand Final after finishing outside the play-offs in 2025.
Warrington's captain
Captain George Williams made a call in 2021 to leave Wigan and join Warrington after his NRL return.
Grand Final date
The Super League Grand Final takes place at Old Trafford on Saturday October 3, live on Sky Sports Main Event and Sky Sports+ from 5pm.
The new era
Warrington Wolves and Wakefield Trinity will compete in the first Grand Final without any of the traditional Super League giants.
What happens next
After 80 minutes, one team will define themselves as the flashpoint of the potential beginning of a new era in Super League.
The bottom line
Warrington Wolves and Wakefield Trinity will compete in the 2026 Super League Grand Final, marking the first time none of the traditional Super League giants have reached the final.
