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Oldham survive scare before seeing off Halifax

Oldham survived a scare to win 23-20 on the road against play-off rivals Halifax at Bradford’s Odsal Stadium.

Date Published 28/06/2025


Drinkwater commits to Oldham

Oldham have confirmed that playmaker Josh Drinkwater has agreed a one-year extension to his current contract, to stay with the Roughyeds until the end of the 2026 season.

Date Published 26/06/2025

Gutsy Roughyeds lose out to Toulouse

Oldham produced a spirited performance on a red-hot day in Toulouse but lost out 34-14 to the Betfred Championship leaders.

Date Published 23/06/2025


Oldham face trip to the south of France on longest day

Third in the Championship table after 12 games - exactly half way though the regular league season - Oldham Rugby League Club have given their players a bit of time off.

Date Published 09/06/2025

Oldham aim for Championship play-off spot

Oldham RL, currently third in the Championship at the half-way stage, have confirmed they hope to finish in the top six play-off and that will be their aim in the second half of...

Date Published 05/06/2025


Rampant Roughyeds hammer Hunslet to go third

Oldham produced another professional performance to crush Hunslet 54-4 and head into the mid-season mini-break in third place in the Betfred Championship.

Date Published 01/06/2025

Pons shines as resurgent Roughyeds thump Halifax

New signing Mathieu Pons capped an impressive Oldham debut with a try as Sean Long's Roughyeds recorded an impressive 34-10 Championship win over Halifax.

Date Published 26/05/2025


Oldham announce stunning Musgrove capture

Oldham have signed Super League prop Zane Musgrove on an 18-month deal with immediate effect.

Date Published 20/05/2025

Rovers end Oldham's Wembley dream

Oldham's wait for a first trip to Wembley goes on after Featherstone Rovers powered to a 40-14 1895 Cup semi-final win at Boundary Park.

Date Published 16/05/2025


Roughyeds dealt fresh Sambou blow

Oldham centre Jumah Sambou has been ruled out for the remainder of the 2025 season with a serious hamstring injury that requires surgery.

Date Published 14/05/2025

Foundation celebrates success of Oldham schools finals

The stars of rugby league's future are showcasing their talents at Oldham's Netpar Training Centre this month, with the sport's power to inspire again in evidence with a huge...

Date Published 13/05/2025


Oldham swoop for French flyer

Oldham have signed French winger Mathieu Pons on a deal until the end of the season.

Date Published 12/05/2025

Roughyeds fight back but lose out to Toulouse

Oldham produced a spirited late fightback but could not prevent Toulouse Olympique from securing a 30-18 Championship win at Boundary Park in a game that saw yet another key...

Date Published 08/05/2025


Oldham sign France international Pelissier

Oldham have signed France international hooker Eloi Pelissier with immediate effect on a deal until the end of the season.

Date Published 07/05/2025

Oldham suffer Thornley hammer blow

Oldham centre Iain Thornley has been ruled out for the season after scans confirmed a complete rupture of the ACL.

Date Published 07/05/2025


Oldham snap up St Helens star

Oldham have signed versatile St Helens star Ben Davies with immediate effect on a deal until the end of the 2026 season. 

Date Published 30/04/2025

Oldham bolster squad with Lannon capture

Oldham have signed forward Ryan Lannon from Widnes Vikings on a deal until the end of the season.

Date Published 28/04/2025


Patched-up Roughyeds defeated by Bulls

Oldham suffered their first home defeat since 2023 as Bradford Bulls ruthlessly exploited a Roughyeds injury crisis to record a 42-12 win at Boundary Park.

Date Published 25/04/2025

Oldham suffer Wildie blow

Oldham RLFC have confirmed that vice-captain Matty Wildie has undergone elbow surgery and is facing an extended spell on the sidelines.

Date Published 14/04/2025


What a great time to be an Oldham fan

Oldham drew Featherstone Rovers at home in the semi-final of the AB Sundecks 1895 Cup, in their bid to play at Wembley for the first time in their history.

Date Published 12/04/2025

Oldham 80 minutes from making rugby league history

Everything comes to he who waits - or does it?

Date Published 06/04/2025


Dixon scored winning try with broken arm

Oldham head coach Sean Long has confirmed that winger Kieran Dixon scored the match-winning try at Sheffield on Sunday with a broken arm and will now undergo surgery that will...

Date Published 02/04/2025

Legend Kopczak retires from rugby league

Roughyeds prop forward Craig Kopczak has announced his immediate retirement from rugby league after almost two decades in the British game. 

Date Published 01/04/2025


Resilient Roughyeds move second thanks to Eagles win

Sean Long hailed Oldham's defence as Roughyeds won 20-8 at Sheffield Eagles to make it back-to back victories to move second in the Betfred Championship.

Date Published 30/03/2025

Tickets go live for Sigala world record game at Boundary Park

Oldham RLFC and Pro-Excel have announced that tickets are now on sale to see chart-topping UK producer, musician and DJ Sigala perform at the Betfred Championship fixture with...

Date Published 19/03/2025


"It's good for Oldham" - community reacts to big new 'SportsTown' plans

A new plan aims to propel Oldham’s ‘ferocious’ sporting culture into the national spotlight.

Date Published 17/03/2025

Latics and 'SportsTown' chief Royle's dreams of new Oldham 'arena'

A huge new project to transform Oldham’s sports grounds will attract up to 25,000 weekly visitors to the borough, it is hoped.

Date Published 17/03/2025


Roughyeds' cup run comes to an end at Hull KR

Oldham's run in the Betfred Challenge Cup is over after a classy performance by Super League leaders Hull KR saw the Robins run out 40-0 winners at Sewell Group Craven Park.

Date Published 14/03/2025

Big-hearted Barrie takes on Rob Burrow Leeds Marathon in tribute to his cherished friend

Saddleworth-based former professional rugby league player Barrie McDermott is set to run the Rob Burrow Leeds Marathon in memory of his great friend, Rob Burrow.

Date Published 13/03/2025


Oldham bring back their stars

Oldham bring back star men Josh Drinkwater, Danny Craven, Iain Thornley, Gil Dudson, Matty Ashurst and Adam Milner for tomorrow's (Friday) fourth-round Challenge Cup-tie at Hull...

Date Published 13/03/2025

Oldham defeated at Barrow

Oldham suffered a first defeat of the Betfred Championship season as an inspired Barrow earned a 20-6 win in front of a vocal home crowd.

Date Published 10/03/2025


Oldham thump Hornets to set up Barrow last-eight tie

Oldham cut loose to run in ten tries to beat rivals Rochdale Hornets 58-6 and set up an 1895 Cup quarter-final at home to Barrow.

Date Published 01/03/2025

Drinkwater rescues dramatic draw for Roughyeds

A late touchline conversion from Josh Drinkwater rescued an 18-18 draw for Oldham who maintained their unbeaten start to the Betfred Championship season against a dogged Batley...

Date Published 20/02/2025


Quinn urges fans to join Oldham's charge

Chairman Bill Quinn has called on Oldham's fanbase to rally behind the club's push for success and fill out Boundary Park to watch Sean Long's exciting Roughyeds.

Date Published 18/02/2025

Oldham thump York in ruthless Championship opener

Oldham produced an outstanding performance on their return to the Betfred Championship, running in eight tries to beat York Knights 50-4 at Boundary Park.

Date Published 17/02/2025


PLT and Hirst return for Championship opener

Oldham boss Sean Long has named his squad as Roughyeds make their eagerly-anticipated return to the Betfred Championship against much-fancied York Knights at Boundary Park...

Date Published 14/02/2025

Long has faith in his charges ahead of Championship return

Oldham boss Sean Long has urged fans to turn up in number this Sunday as Roughyeds make the return to Championship rugby league against one of the best teams in the league.

Date Published 14/02/2025


Sambou shines as Roughyeds ease into Challenge Cup fourth round

Head coach Sean Long hailed his side's work ethic as Oldham booked their place in the Betfred Challenge Cup fourth round with a thumping 42-4 win over Barrow.

Date Published 08/02/2025

Roughyeds boss Long confirms captains and leadership group

Head coach Sean Long has confirmed that experienced hooker Matty Wildie will be Oldham's vice-captain this season, supporting hometown hero Jordan Turner who continues as the club...

Date Published 29/01/2025


Roughyeds confirm dual-reg partners

Oldham can confirm dual-registration agreements with both Super League champions Wigan and League 1 Rochdale for the 2025 season. 

Date Published 23/01/2025

Oldham edge out Rochdale to win the Law Cup

Tries from Logan Astley, Cian Tyrer and Kieran Dixon inspired Oldham to their first win of 2025 as the Roughyeds withstood a spirited display from local rivals Rochdale to win the...

Date Published 23/01/2025


Oldham sign Super League star Drinkwater

Oldham have signed star half-back Josh Drinkwater on a one-year deal for the 2025 Betfred Championship season. 

Date Published 27/11/2024

Three more Oldham legends added to Hall of Fame list

The Oldham Rugby League Heritage Trust has announced that three more players are to be added to the ‘Hall of Fame’ for Oldham RLFC.

Date Published 26/11/2024


Waterhead teenager handed dream Oldham chance

Oldham's commitment to developing the stars of rugby league's future has seen teenage Waterhead forward Marcus Geener sign a one-year deal with the Roughyeds for 2025. 

Date Published 14/11/2024

Oldham announce major Ashurst coup

Oldham have announced the signing of Wakefield's title-winning captain Matty Ashurst on a two-year deal ahead of the 2025 Betfred Championship season. 

Date Published 13/11/2024


Roughyeds swoop for star centre Thornley

Oldham have made another big signing ahead of their return to the Betfred Championship with the acquisition of Grand Final and Challenge Cup winner Iain Thornley on a two-year...

Date Published 12/11/2024

Local boy bolsters Oldham pack

The Roughyeds have made their second big signing of the week with the arrival of Oldham-born forward Ben Forster from Rochdale on a one-year deal. 

Date Published 25/10/2024


Oldham swoop for Leigh forward

Oldham have snapped up former St Helens and Leigh Leopards forward Lewis Baxter on a one-year contract for the 2025 Betfred Championship season.

Date Published 23/10/2024

Wardle retires as he starts his coaching journey

Joe Wardle has announced his immediate retirement from rugby league and agreed a two-year deal as Oldham assistant coach.

Date Published 16/10/2024


Oldham secure PLT for 2025

Oldham have confirmed that star full-back Phoenix Laulu-Togaga'e has agreed a new deal to remain with the club on loan from Hull KR for our 2025 Betfred Championship campaign. 

Date Published 16/10/2024

Oldham and Wigan agree Hirst deal

Oldham have agreed a deal with Super League giants Wigan that will see Roughyeds forward George Hirst join the Warriors on a two-year deal but play on for Oldham on loan in 2025. 

Date Published 08/10/2024


Oldham add Super League star to backroom team

Oldham have appointed former Super League star Andrew Dixon as the club’s new Head of Performance.

Date Published 07/10/2024

Star trio headline at Roughyeds' awards night

Matty Wildie was named Player of the Year and Phoenix Laulu-Togaga'e Players' Player of the Year as Oldham celebrated their title win in style with their fans and sponsors.

Date Published 03/10/2024


Oldham sign Milner for 2025

League One champions Oldham have confirmed the signing of experienced Super League and England forward Adam Milner on a two-year deal.

Date Published 26/09/2024

Oldham announce Dudson signing

Oldham have signed Super League prop forward Gil Dudson on a two-year contract, with the giant Welshman arriving as the first big-name recruit ahead of the 2025 Betfred...

Date Published 12/09/2024


'I'm a Roughyed' is released to a rapturous welcome on the final day of a glorious rugby league season

The Boundary Parkas' new single - "I'm A Roughyed" - was released to great applause on Sunday when the band and Tommy Cannon performed on the pitch at Boundary Park to a...

Date Published 05/09/2024

Roughyeds celebrate title victory in glorious style

Oldham crushed Workington 56-0 before lifting the League One title in front of the biggest crowd of the season at Boundary Park, as the Roughyeds finished the year with their best...

Date Published 02/09/2024


Huge discounts offered to see champions Oldham lift League 1 trophy

The Roughyeds have announced massive ticket discounts thanks to Total Controlled Demolition, to allow fans to fill Boundary Park to see the League One champions lift the trophy on...

Date Published 29/08/2024

Rampant Roughyeds celebrate title victory in style

Oldham celebrated their League One title in style with a 14-try blitz to thrash Cornwall 72-0, as Ben O'Keefe scored four tries and Cian Tyrer racked up 30 for the season in...

Date Published 23/08/2024


Rock on Tommy! - the Boundary Parkas prepare to release a very special song for Oldham

Local band the Boundary Parkas are set to release the official Oldham RLFC club song and new anthem for the town - 'I'm A Roughyed’ - on Sunday, September 1, on CD and across all...

Date Published 20/08/2024

Super Oldham clinch League 1 title glory

Oldham RLFC clinched their first league title in nine years as a 20-12 victory at Keighley secured automatic promotion to the Betfred Championship.

Date Published 16/08/2024


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