Warrington Wolves have secured a place in the Super League Grand Final, defeating Leeds Rhinos 14-12 in a tense semi-final clash at Headingley Stadium. The result marks Warrington’s return to the sport’s showpiece event for the first time since 2018, while Leeds remain seeking their first title victory since 2017.
The match was decided by a contentious decision in the 68th minute. Referee James McDonnell awarded a penalty for an escort infringement against George Williams. Leeds challenged the call, but the on-field decision was upheld. Ewan Irwin successfully converted the kick to give Warrington a one-point lead that ultimately proved decisive.
Before the decisive penalty, the game had been a tightly contested battle. Both sides exchanged converted tries, with Leeds scoring through Ryan Hall and Jake Connor, and Warrington responding via James Bentley and Luke Yates. The score remained level at 12-12 at halftime.
Warrington extended their lead earlier in the second half through a well-worked team try. George Williams’ precise kick found Matty Ashton, who kept the play alive before setting up Toby King to feed James Bentley for the score.
In the dying moments of the match, Leeds captain Jake Connor attempted a desperate 62-meter penalty kick to force a draw, but he could not generate sufficient power to clear the crossbar, confirming Warrington’s progression.
Warrington will discover their Grand Final opponent on Saturday when Wigan Warriors face Wakefield Trinity in the second semi-final. The Super League decider is scheduled for Saturday, October 3, at Old Trafford, with coverage live on Sky Sports.
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