Manchester Swinton Lionesses secure top spot as Women’s National Championship Semi-Finals are set

Manchester Swinton Lionesses clinched the Women's National Championship League Leaders title after a 52-0 win over Widnes Vikings, completing an unbeaten 2026 regular season. London Broncos finished second after beating Warrington Wolves 20-10, while Cardiff Demons secured third with a 48-0 victory over Bradford Bulls. The top four sides will contest semi-finals on 6 September, with the eventual winner earning a promotion play-off berth at the 2026 Women's Grand Final.