2026: Quarter-Final: Wakefield Trinity v Wigan Warriors - BBC
Wakefield Trinity play Wigan Warriors in the Rugby League Challenge Cup quarter-finals.
www.bbc.co.ukWakefield Trinity and Wigan Warriors just met in the 2026 Challenge Cup quarter-finals, and Wigan won 26-22 to reach the semi-finals against St Helens.[2][5]
What happened
Wakefield started strongly and led 12-0 early, but Wigan fought back and eventually held on for the four-point win. The match was played on April 12, 2026, with BBC coverage and highlights available after the game.[5][7][2]
Why it matters
The result knocked Wakefield out of the Challenge Cup and kept Wigan’s cup run alive. Wigan’s win also set up a semi-final clash with St Helens.[2][5]
Pre-match context
Before the game, Wakefield had been on a strong run, winning five straight and coming in with momentum, while Wigan were viewed as the tougher cup-tested side. Wakefield had also won their last three home matches against Wigan, which made the tie more competitive than the rankings suggested.[4]
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