Key Highlights
- The Vikings face the London Broncos in Round One of the 2026 Betfred Championship.
- Allan Coleman’s side aims for a third consecutive win to start the season.
- Tickets are available online with specific blocks reserved for supporters.
- London Broncos have named their strong squad, including key players like Sadiq Adebiyi and Lewis Bienek.
Vikings Prepare for Crucial Match Against London Broncos
The Vikings are gearing up to face the London Broncos in Round One of the 2026 Betfred Championship at the Cherry Red Records Stadium. Kick-off is set for Sunday afternoon at 3pm, and fans can secure their seats by purchasing tickets online until kickoff tomorrow.
Ticket Information
Away match tickets are available for purchase on HERE. Vikings supporters will be located in blocks 119 and 120 of the East Stand. Use the discount code ‘widnes 10’ at checkout to secure £10 tickets.
Vikings Squad News
Head Coach Allan Coleman has named his 21-man squad for the upcoming game. Morgan McWhirter returns after returning from Australia, while Lewis Hall and Toby Hughes are unavailable this weekend. Read our full squad news HERE.
London Broncos Squad Revealed
London Broncos Head Coach Jason Demetriou has named a strong 21-man squad for the opening match of the season. Key players include Sadiq Adebiyi, Lewis Bienek, Emarly Bitungane, Reagan Campbell-Gillard, Jack Croft, Ted Davidson, Siliva Havili, Ben Hursey, Epel Kapinias, Will Lovell, Robert Mathias, Alex Max, Jimmy Meadows, Morea Morea, Connor O’Beirne, Luke Smith, Marcus Stock, Neil Tchamambe, Gairo Voro, and Elliot Wallis.
Pre-Game Expectations
Dan Murray, Vikings’ Head of Forward Performance, expects a physical challenge from the Broncos. He emphasizes the importance of maintaining balance between fresh energy and continuity in the forwards as they prepare for this tough contest against one of the heavily fancied sides.
Match Officials Appointed
Tara Jones will officiate Sunday’s match, with Peter Brooke and Gareth Jones serving as touch judges. These officials bring valuable experience to the game, ensuring fair play throughout the 80 minutes.
Follow the Game with Vikings
Vikings fans can stay updated on the action through our official X account. This will be your hub for full match coverage, including lineups, live updates, and post-game analysis. Don’t miss out on any of the key moments!
Record Against London Broncos
The recent record between the two sides is fairly even, with four wins for Widnes and six for London. The Vikings are aiming to continue their winning streak in the capital after a 12-10 victory last season. Here’s the breakdown of the last ten meetings:
- London 20-12 Widnes (Championship, 14/09/25)
- Widnes 18-26 London (Championship, 31/05/25)
- London 52-12 Widnes (Championship, 10/09/23)
- Widnes 26-22 London (Championship, 26/06/22)
- London 12-34 Widnes (Championship, 30/01/22)
- Widnes 22-24 London (Championship, 13/01/21)
- Widnes 12-38 London (Championship, 16/02/20)
- Widnes 20-21 London (Super League Qualifiers, 09/08/18)
- Widnes 38-16 London (Super League Qualifiers, 16/09/17)
The Vikings are determined to make it back-to-back wins in the capital and prove that they can compete with top-tier teams.
Head Coach Allan Coleman expresses confidence despite going in as underdogs, stating, “We did a good job against the top teams last year; they were games we really raised our levels for, so I’m confident we can do that again this weekend.”
With both teams having strong lineups and a history of close encounters, fans are in for an exciting encounter on Sunday afternoon. Stay tuned as the Vikings take on the heavily fancied London Broncos in Round One of the 2026 Betfred Championship.
