Wigan Warriors veteran Willie Isa has introduced his retirement from rugby league forward of the brand new 2025 Tremendous League season.
Isa joined Wigan in 2016 and has received three Tremendous League titles, a World Membership Problem, plus three League Leaders’ Shields.
The 36-year-old beforehand had spells with Castleford Tigers, Penrith Panthers and Melbourne Storm.
He’ll say goodbye to Wigan followers once they tackle Leigh Leopards within the season-opener at The Brick Group Stadium on February 13, dwell on Sky Sports activities.
“During my time at Wigan Warriors I was fortunate to have worked with some incredible people within the game. Wigan Warriors is a special club and I want to thank everyone who I have had the privilege of working with,” mentioned Isa.
“The followers, in fact, are an enormous a part of the membership. I’m grateful for the way in which you will have all embraced me. The least I may do was play with my coronary heart each time I wore the Cherry and White jersey. I hope you noticed that and I’ve repaid the religion and help you confirmed me.
“The choice has not been straightforward and considerably sudden, however it’s a blessing that I’ve been provided a chance to pursue. For me to take this chance, I’ve made the selection to finish my skilled profession with quick impact.
“Specifically, I want to thank the medical team and everyone at the club who has supported me throughout the recovery of my ankle dislocation and fractured fibula. I am extremely grateful for their hard work, time and support which has enabled me to return into full team training and experience the thrills of contact training again.
“None of this might have been potential with out having the belief of Shaun Wane and Kris Radlinski who introduced me into this prestigious membership, together with all of the coaches by way of to Matt Peet right this moment. My intention was to assist the crew win trophies and I could not be prouder leaving the membership as a quadruple winner.
“Now I am one of you and look forward to supporting the boys alongside you – so please save me a seat in the South Stand!”
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Check out some unique footage as Wigan Warriors gamers, workers and followers have fun their Tremendous League Grand Ultimate victory over Hull KR at Previous Trafford
Farrell indicators two-year contract extension
Wigan additionally confirmed on Friday that Liam Farrell has penned a brand new two-year contract extension that may see him stay with Matt Peet’s aspect till the tip of 2027.
After a brief spell at Widnes, Farrell has spent his whole Tremendous League profession at Wigan, taking part in 380 video games and scoring 143 tries.
The 34-year-old has six Dream Staff appearances between 2015 and 2023, and is a Harry Sunderland winner.
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A glance again at Wigan Warriors’ path to their second straight Tremendous League title as they received an unprecedented quadruple
“I’m extremely grateful for the opportunity to play at this great Club for two more years,” mentioned Farrell.
“I feel more privileged now than I did when I was making my debut as a 19-year old because of the success I have had throughout my career and hopefully this will continue.”
Head coach Peet added: “Liam Farrell’s contract extension is fantastic news for Wigan Warriors. He carries all the qualities a team needs from a captain – loyalty, hard work, and leadership.
Liam’s commitment is a huge boost for us all at Wigan Warriors, and I’m excited to see him drive us forward in the years to come.”
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Wigan Warriors raise the Tremendous League trophy after their win over Hull KR within the Grand Ultimate at Previous Trafford
2025 Tremendous League – key dates and what to look out for
February 13: Season-opener Wigan Warriors vs Leigh Leopards
March 1: Wigan Warriors vs Warrington Wolves in Las Vegas
April 17-19: Spherical 8 – Rivals Spherical
Could 3-4: Magic Spherical (St James’ Park, Newcastle)
July 24: August 31 – Spherical 20 – cut up spherical throughout two weekends
September 4-7: Spherical 25 – Rivals Spherical fixtures reversed
September 18-21: Spherical 27 – final spherical of standard season (dates and occasions tbc)
September 26-27: Elimination Play-Offs
October 3-4: Semi-Finals
Saturday October 11: Grand Ultimate (Previous Trafford)
Sky Sports activities will once more present each sport of the Tremendous League dwell this season – together with two matches in every spherical solely dwell, with the remaining 4 matches every week proven on Sky Sports activities+
