Workington Town Earn 32-22 Victory Against Greater Manchester Side in Betfred League One

Workington Town Rugby League side secured a thrilling 32-22 victory against the Greater Manchester side on Sunday, April 7, propelling them to fourth place in the Betfred League One table. The team displayed a stellar performance with tries from Jordan Burns, Jake Bradley, Matty Henson, Brad Taylor, and Jonny Hutton (x2), along with four conversions from half back Ciaran Walker.

Head coach ‘Muzza’ praised his team for their resilience in battling through the challenging conditions brought on by Storm Kathleen. Despite the wind playing a significant factor in the game, Workington Town managed to maintain their composure and secure a well-deserved win.

Muzza expressed his satisfaction with the team’s performance, stating, “We started really well, we started on fire really. I was really pleased to go in with a comfortable lead at half-time. We spoke about the conditions and the wind. We knew it definitely would be a game of two halves.”

The return of Jordan Burns from injury proved to be a game-changer, as he delivered a standout performance and was awarded the man-of-the-match accolade. Muzza highlighted Burns’ impact on the team, emphasizing his contributions in both attack and defense.

With a week off before their next game against Hunslet RLFC on Sunday, April 21, Workington Town looks to build on their recent success and continue their upward trajectory in the league standings. The team’s strong showing against the Greater Manchester side has instilled confidence in their ability to compete at a high level and secure more victories in the upcoming fixtures.