# Warrington Wolves Reach Super League Grand Final

> Controversial penalty seals Warrington Wolves' first Grand Final since 2018.
- Title: Warrington Wolves Reach Super League Grand Final · Sky Sports
- Summary: Controversial penalty seals Warrington Wolves' first Grand Final since 2018. Warrington Wolves beat Leeds Rhinos 14-12 after a disputed penalty in the final…
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- Source: Sky Sports — https://skysports.com/rugby-league/news/12040/13591907/warrington-wolves-through-to-super-league-grand-final-after-controversial-penalty-with-14-12-win-over-leeds-rhinos
- Published: 2026-09-25T21:58:00+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: warrington wolves, leeds rhinos, super league grand final, penalty, rugby league, headingley stadium, seahawks, nfl, sports
## Warrington Wolves advance
Warrington Wolves reach Super League Grand Final after controversial penalty win over Leeds Rhinos.
## First Grand Final since 2018
Warrington Wolves qualify for first Grand Final since 2018 with 14-12 win.
## Controversial penalty call
James McDonnell penalized for escort on George Williams in 66th minute.
## Penalty decision upheld
Ewan Irwin converted penalty to win game after Captain's Challenge failed.
## Final moments drama
Jake Connor's penalty from 62m fell short as game ended 14-12.
## Warrington's strategy
Warrington focused on aerial attacks with Matty Ashton outjumping Hall.
## Leeds' response
Leeds scored try through Ryan Hall after Warrington's early mistake.
## Half-time score
Warrington led 12-12 after James Bentley and Luke Yates scored.
## Second half tension
Both teams fought attritional battle with minimal scoring opportunities.
## Grand Final opponent
Warrington faces Wigan Warriors in Super League Grand Final.
## Coaches' reactions
Leeds coach Brad Arthur called penalty 'deciding game of magnitude'.
## Warrington's response
Warrington coach Sam Burgess said nothing to celebrate yet.
## Key takeaway

Warrington Wolves beat Leeds Rhinos 14-12 after a disputed penalty in the final minutes, advancing to the Super League Grand Final for the first time since 2018.