Salford Red Devils are one of the 12 teams in the UK Super League, rugby league competition. Latest News. Salford conceded three tries in the last 12 minutes to lose 15–2. Zero Tackle-November 18, 2017 0. Using a local field, the boys organised matches amongst themselves before moving to nearby Moss Side. Despite heavy rain that created muddy playing conditions, 12,000 attended. Signings from the Australian NRL were the former Parramatta Eels fullback Jake Mullaney, ex-Melbourne Storm centre Junior Sa'u and Steve Rapira, previously of New Zealand Warriors. Ex Salford player Mark Sneyd added the conversion for a half-time score Salford Red Devils 0 Hull FC 14. Salford struggled to attract support as there were few local players in the team. Also signed were former Salford Academy product, Jason Walton and Greg Johnson, both from Championship side Batley.[16]. In 2014, it was revealed that Salford mayor Ian Stewart lent almost £200,000 to the club to keep them afloat, without consulting others at the Council. 2017-2020. Here, they suffered numerous losses, including to the London Broncos and Leigh Centurions, who had both been in the Championship that season and could only finish 5th in the Qualifiers table. There was a dramatic change of fortune during the summer of 1928 when Lance Todd became team manager. The following is a list of rugby league players who have made 100 or more appearances for Salford Red Devils since they joined the Northern Union in 1896. The club became the first side to win the Lancashire League in 1892–93. Salford Red Devils coach Richard Marshall approach impresses Kallum Watkins. Watched by 11,982, the result was 16–16, Salford playing in their original jersey colours of red, amber and black hoops. McRae led the Salford side to triple success in the National League, winning the Northern Rail Cup, the League Leaders' Trophy and the Grand Final. In 2018, Salford finished second last in the table and were condemned to play in the 2018 Rugby League Qualifiers. Salford beat Barrow 7–4 in the final of the 1938 Challenge Cup at Wembley, the club's first-ever win. [1]. Salford along with Leigh and Wigan, were suspended for professionalism by the Rugby Football Union in 1895, and placed joint bottom of the Lancashire league. Indeed, they went into the final match of the season second from bottom (only the bottom club were relegated that season). Their next home was a field north of the former Manchester Racecourse, New Barnes. Salford were looking to win their first championship since 1976 but faced a St Helens side who had only lost 3 games all season. Lance Todd, who was to have such an influence at the Willows 20 years later, was in the New Zealanders' side. 1990 turned out to be a golden year. This meant they ended up in the 2016 Million Pound Game away to Hull Kingston Rovers. First used for the 2018 season, this was unveiled in late 2017 after a takeover by a consortium of the club's supporters. On 3 September 1939, the Second World War began and the 1939–40 season was abandoned. He was replaced by Karl Harrison, who had been Assistant Coach to Brian Noble at Bradford Bulls. Since the 1881 merger, only 62 matches were lost from 263 played in the remaining nine years of the decade. From that evening, Friday night was rugby league night as the fans flocked to the Willows. In 1993 Garry Jack became head coach and manager as Tamati left. Salford Red Devils sign halfback from Wests Tigers. [12] It was indicated that the club could be taken over by Marwan Koukash. Despite that, the Reds had to take part in a deciding match at Halifax, which they lost 5–0. by the rugby league community, in support of the @mosemasoefund! The club's first match as Salford City Reds took place against Gateshead at the Willows on 18 July 1999. Toronto Wolfpack will return this year in a newly formed 14-team North American Rugby League competition. In the Premiership final in front of 50,000 at Old Trafford, the Red Devils beat Halifax 27–20. They made their debut at the Willows on 21 December 1901, beating Swinton 2–0 in front of 16,981 fans. The league campaign was disappointing, but Salford did manage to reach the 2020 Challenge Cup Final, the first time they had reached the Wembley showpiece since the 1968–69 Challenge Cup. Check us out at www.salfordreddevils.net Last updated on 26 March 2021 26 March 2021. James Lomas became rugby league's first £100 transfer, from Bramley to Salford in 1901.[2]. They finished the 2011 Super League XVI season in 11th place. Salford switched from their traditional amber, black and scarlet hoops to red jerseys. ️ A - in more ways than one! Widnes were also relegated, 6-points behind the Reds. Salford's highest attendance was set on 13 February 1937 when 26,470 turned up to watch Salford versus Warrington in the first round of the Rugby League Challenge Cup. Formed in 1873, they have won six Championships and one Challenge Cup. Salford Red Devils Rugby League Club - get the latest news, fixtures, results, match reports, videos, photos, squad and player stats on Sky Sports Rugby League centrepiece of the new design is the willow tree, symbolising the club's spiritual home and indeed the city - the name Salford was initially derived from Sealhford, meaning a ford by the willow trees. Red Devils. In 1889, Salford moved their headquarters to the nearby London and North Western Hotel on Cross Lane. and seemingly safe from a drop into the lower leagues. Salford had pockets of the possession in the first half, but a poor kicking game put the Hull FC back three under no pressure, and the Red Devils never looked like scoring. From the section Rugby League. Red Adults Evolution of Salford T-Shirt FABRIC: 100% Cotton CARE: Machine wash inside out at 30 degrees, iron on reverse low setting, hang dry only £15.00 … By the end of the 1970s, the variety centre was losing money and in 1980, it was sold to the brewery Greenall Whitley. The 1937 Australian touring team was beaten by Salford 11–8 at the Willows. On 26 November 1989, Salford unveiled a new £50,000 electronic scoreboard above the Willows Variety Centre. As the 1970s drew to a close, many star players had retired or were approaching the veteran stage, with no funds available to replace them. It was the sixth time out of seven meetings between the two that Salford had beaten Leigh that season (the first match ended in a draw). Salford hosted their first floodlit game, using Manchester United's ground on Wednesday 5 November 1958 against Leeds in a match postponed from October. Life in the @Betfred #SuperLeague really has taken off for Taylor! From the section Rugby League. Kevin Tamati became coach in 1989. [5] Salford Reds became Salford City Reds in 1999 reportedly because Salford Council wanted their financial support for the club to be recognised, so their name was changed to emphasise the city status of Salford. This logo was first used in the 2014 season, but was unveiled in September 2013 after a takeover of the club by Marwan Koukash. This merger was resisted but Salford were not included in the new competition. Salford City Reds were awarded a three-year Super League licence in July 2008 as the game moved away from automatic promotion and relegation.[11]. Only three members opposed the motion. At the end of the 1977–78 season, Brian Snape left Salford, handing over the reins to his brother Keith. That same year, the leading Lancashire and Yorkshire clubs formed the breakaway Northern Union, Salford initially remained loyal to the Rugby Football Union but in April 1896 Salford held a special meeting to discuss joining the new organisation. They were also runners-up to Leeds in the 1972–73 Players No.6 Trophy. Staged as part of Blackpool Corporation's Festival of Sport Fortnight, the Reds eliminated Barrow in the semi-final and then defeated Doncaster 26–7 in the final. Karl Harrison was sacked as first-team coach on 22 May 2007[9] following a disastrous run of form that saw the Reds win just three games and draw another in the opening 16 rounds of the 2007 Season, and left them languishing at the bottom of the League Table with a meagre 7 points. In their first-ever Super League play-off match, Salford City Reds were routed 52–6 at Odsal Stadium against Bradford on Saturday 23 September 2006.[8]. 1: 1: RULES OF THE FORUM by Admin Mar 31, 2016 8:17:59 GMT After an opening exchange that saw both sides have promising spells, the Black and Whites opened the scoring after 20 minutes, Andre Savelio sliding over down the... Salford Red Devils head coach Richard Marshall is confident his side can pick up the win against Hull FC on Saturday but is well aware of the dangers the Black and Whites pose. 587 talking about this. 42–6. The 2003 season was spent in the National League 1, where the Reds – remaining as a full-time club (most other National League One teams were part-time or amateur clubs) – performed very well, losing only 2 games all season. 2020/21 SALFORD RED DEVILS ADULT Kappa Replica Away Shirt PRE ORDER. It was confirmed in early April 2014 that Iestyn Harris, a former assistant coach at rival Super League club Wigan, would become the new head coach of Salford. Salford Red Devils vs Hull FC Live. Salford built a variety club in 1966 in a bid to attract couples and parties to attend rugby matches. In 2015, they finished 3rd in the table and secured Super League status for the 2016 season. Salford Red Devils stand in their way in this opening clash in what will be a new era following Ian Watson’s departure as head coach. The Reds, competing in the Lancashire Senior Competition, lost 10–0, and only three matches were won in the League that season. Salford won the Second Division Championship, losing just one game all season. Salford Red Devils boss Richard Marshall talks Agnatius Paasi injury, Elijah Taylor display and heart in loss. The Reds beat Leeds at Headingley 30–20 in 2009 to produce one of the biggest surprises of the season. In May 1978, Alex Murphy was a surprise appointment as Salford coach. Formed in 1873, they have won six Championships and one Challenge Cup. He made his début for Salford on 31 August 1929. Here you can find all about the squad, history of the team or any other information. Replica Kits Adult Clothing Junior Clothing Pro Training Retro Clothing Merchandise Featured products. The team was called the Salford Reds. #TogetherStronger, Club: 0161 786 1590 enquiries@salfordreddevils.net, Ticket Office: 0161 786 1570 TicketOffice@AJBellStadium.co.uk, AJ Bell Stadium 1 Stadium Way Eccles Salford M30 7EY. A proposal in 1960 to create a Manchester rugby league club at the former White City Stadium on Chester Road received strong opposition from Salford and Swinton. Please read the rules of the forum before posting here. In 1973–74 and 1975–76 the club claimed two Championships and won the 1974–75 BBC2 Floodlit Trophy. In actual fact Salford was founded in 1873 as Cavendish, changing their name to Salford in 1879. Salford won the Lancashire Cup for the first time in 1931 by beating Swinton 10–8 at the Cliff in front of a crowd of 26,471. In the last of those, Salford and Bradford finished level on points with Salford having the superior scoring record. [24], In 1900, Salford agreed a 14-year lease on 5 acres (20,000 m2) of land belonging to the Willows Estate Company, named after the abundance of willow trees in the area. Matt Busby liked the sound of "Red Devils", thinking a devil was more intimidating to opponents than angelic babes and Manchester United adopted the "Red Devils" nickname. Salford's last major final of the Brian Snape era was the 1976 Premiership Trophy decider played at Station Road, Swinton. Salford City as they were then known added Reds to their name and a new logo. Jack was relieved from the coaching duties before being sacked as club manager in early 1995. When Gus Risman quit as a player in 1954, he coached Salford for four years, before moving temporarily to Phoenix, Arizona (USA) to care for his nephew who had recently been involved in a dog mauling incident.[3]. Less than a minute into the extra time, Salford scored a Drop Goal to win the match and secure Super League status for 2017. From the start of the 2012 season, Salford have played at the purpose-built AJ Bell Stadium in Barton-upon-Irwell, co-owned by Peel Holdings and Salford City Council and shared with rugby union side Sale Sharks. Before 1995, the club was known simply as Salford, from 1995–98 Salford Reds and from 1999–2013 Salford City Reds.[1]. 11.6k Followers, 127 Following, 1,537 Posts - See Instagram photos and videos from Salford Red Devils (@salfordreddevilsrlfc) Original Red Devils is the official website of the red devils soccer team - Salford City Reds. Their home ground since 2012 has been the AJ Bell Stadium in Barton-upon-Irwell, before which they played at the Willows in Weaste. In 2014 the club rebranded again becoming the Salford Red Devils. Salford's home league fixture with Widnes was designated as the club's 'Centenary Match' in October 1979. Kick-off is … The club's first game in the Northern Union was played at this ground on 5 September 1896. The Salford Red Devils are a professional rugby league club in Salford, Greater Manchester, England, who play in the Super League. In 2016, Salford managed enough wins to finish in the top 8 of Super League, but breaches of the Salary Cap in 2014 and 2015 saw them deducted 6 points and the finished the season 10th and they were placed in The Qualifiers again. Here you can find all about the squad, history of the team or any other information. 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