#104: Mike Ford on Oldham’s Super League Bid, Expansion & Rugby League’s Future
Update: 2025-09-03
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In this week’s episode of the League Express Podcast, Editor Martyn Sadler and host Jake Kearnan are joined by Oldham Roughyeds Managing Director Mike Ford for an in-depth discussion on the future of Rugby League, Super League expansion, and Oldham’s ambitious rise.🏉 Topics include:With exclusive insight from one of Rugby League’s most respected figures, this episode dives deep into the challenges, opportunities, and future direction of the sport.
- Oldham’s bid to join Super League
- The proposed merger of the Betfred Championship and League 1
- How Oldham climbed from League 1 to the Championship top four
- Is the sport ready for a 14-team Super League?
- Should new clubs get a grace period in Super League?
- Could Mike tempt his son, England rugby star George Ford, to join Oldham at the end of his career?
- The future of Salford Red Devils and their ongoing challenges
- How recruitment uncertainty affects Championship clubs
- The exciting off-field projects and community growth at Oldham
- Plans for a brand-new Oldham youth academy
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