Some teams have their eyes on a trophy - others are prioritising longer-term gains. BBC Sport assesses a Rugby League World Cup that comes at a pivotal time for the international game.
BBC Sport previews the 2026 Rugby League World Cup across the men's, women's, and wheelchair tournaments in Australia, Papua New Guinea, and New Zealand. England men's new head coach Brian McDermott is targeting success despite limited preparation, relying on 10 NRL-based stars including Herbie Farnworth and Victor Radley to challenge tournament favourites Australia and New Zealand.
England's women's team features a reshaped squad balancing full-time jobs with international competition as they look to rebound from past defeats. Meanwhile, England's wheelchair team aims to retain their world title, while fellow home nations Wales, Ireland, and Scotland pursue their own milestones across the tournament.
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