Fergo and The Freak

Post game, instant reaction to the unlikely win by New South Wales in the 2026 State Of Origin series over Queensland. The Blues beat the Maroons by 30-12, with Nathan Cleary being named Man of The Match, player of the series, and breaking not only the all time ppoint scoring record for NSW in an Origin series, but the most points scored in a decider as well.   Andrew gives us his player ratings a...

In this episode we talk about how Andrews twitter account was hacked, the New South Wales State Of Origin mess, the Penrith Panthers not re-signing any of their stars just yet, the new broadcasting agreement, we take a quick look aqt English Rugby League results and then get into the Formula One!   You to join our tipping comp which is totally free by clicking this link right here:   https://tippi...

An instant review of State Of Origin two where Queensland destroyed New South Wales at the MCG in front of a record State Of Origin crowd.   Join us as we have a breakdown because of the game. You heard me!   We look at the mess of a squad New South Wales run out in thuis game, the changes they should make, the changes they won't make, and generally vent!    You to join our tipping comp which is t...

Are the Cronuilla Sharks looking to move away from Shark Park? Why do people over-rate Mitchell Moses? Wanna know what Andrew thought about State Of Origin one? Want some expert tips? Want to hear some great emails from our listeners? Well, its all here in this one podcast!   We try to be the most well rounded Formula One podcast we can when it comes to bringing you all the latest news in Rugby Le...

I'm drunk.   Heres the State Of Origin one review. Lets see if we can get through this together!   Player Ratings NSW: https://www.leaguefreak.com/state-of-origin-player-ratings-game-one-new-south-wales-2026-79287/ Player Ratings QLD: https://www.leaguefreak.com/state-of-origin-player-ratings-game-one-queensland-2026-79289/   You to join our tipping comp which is totally free by clicking this link...

Oh, hi....I didn't see you there. How are things?   So, we recorded another podcast for you to listen to hey! We talked about Andrew Abdo stepping down as the NRL CEO, we read a couple of listener emails out, we talked about the State Of Origin teams, how the concept of an "Origin player" was formed, we chatted a little bit about history, looked at a few English results, and then got some Formula...

Just a quiet week in Rugby League and then all of a sudden Ivan Cleary drops a bombshell!   In todays episode the boys will have a chat about the decision by Ivan Cleary to step down as the Penrith Panthers coach after the 2027 season, and the ramifications it will have for the Panthers and they look to continue their incredible run.   We will read a few listener eamils, talk about Magic Round, ta...

In todays episode we read a couple of listener e-mails, we talk about the signing of Jarome Luai with the PNG Chiefs, along with Alex Johnston! Andrew brings us some interesting stats from this season about winning percentages after various days of rest between games, we go through the last round of results and then give you our tips as to who will win this weekend!   You to join our tipping comp...

In todays episode of your favourite Rugby League podcast we talk about the aftermath of Shane Flanagans sacking at the St George/Illawarra Dragons, how Michael Ennis went with him and his assistant coaching career so far, we then talk about the disgusting behaviour coming out of English Rugby League after Andrew Abdo started talking to shareholders of the game over there, before doing our tips for...

In todays episode of your favourite NRL podcast we talk about the downfall of the St George/Illawarra Dragons under the coaching of Shane Flanagan, and how bad decisions get compounded by other bad decisions. We look back on last weeks games and preview the upcoming round, and then finish up with a fun little history lesson!   You to join our tipping comp which is totally free by clicking this lin...

In todays episode of your favourite podcast we talk about the different way the corporate media talks about coaches, and in this instance we talk about how they attacked Benji Marshall early on while they continue to back Shane Flanagan. We then talk about how the Panthers look so dominate this season, and how league Freak thinks the NSW team should basically just be the entire Panthers side.   We...

In todays episode we start thinks off with an email from Glenn, who is back with a vengence! We talk abouy NRL clubs who may, or may not be forced to move. We chat about the Manly Sea Eagles coaching situation. We look through the Super League team of the first 30 years. We look back on last weeks games and then look ahead to this weeks games. Then we trash Formula One!   Its a good one!   You to...

In todays show we go through all the results on the weekend, we look forward to round three of the NRL season, chat about Alex Johnstons record breaking feats, and how a pitch invasion ignighted a political war.   We then talk about the NRL allegedly buying Super League (again), RTS and his future, a Bai family fued, the well thought out opinions from Gorden Tallis, and the next NRL broadcasting d...

In todays show we go over the results in round one of the NRL season, talking about which teams will improve, and which ones have some much deeper issues to worry about.   We have a bit of a laugh about Zac Lomax and his career choices which defy explainations. Have a discussion about the bumgled Penrith Football Stadium "upgrade" and how politicians just wasted so much money. We then look ahead t...

In todays show we start off by paying tribute to Rugby League historian Terry Williams who recently passed away. We then chat about the NRL games played in Las Vegas and the impact these games actually have on the market for the game in the United States.   We chat about the perilous financial structure of the game in England and how it doesnt work at all, and com pare it to how the game in Austra...

Andrew Ferguson and League Freak kick off the 2026 NRL season with their annual deep-dive preview – all 17 teams broken down, no holds barred!   The boys run through every club's off-season moves: the big signings, the shock departures, the bolters ready to explode, and the question marks hanging over star players.   As always, Fergo brings the stats and history, The Freak delivers the unfiltered...

Our first Breaking News episode of 2026!   Pay Hass has informed the Brisbane Broncos that he has signed a three year deal with the South Sydney Rabbitohs starting in 2027!    Twitter AndrewRLP  and  LeagueFreak Patreon Rugby League Project Patreon  and the  League Freak Patreon ! Websites The Rugby League Project   League Freak NRL and Rugby League News Rugby League Podcasting Network NRL Rumours...

Just like a Rugby League player preparing for the season ahead, we look to get through the first session of the year without tearing anything!   We have a chat about some of the new items in the game recently, we talk about the rule changes the NRL did, and did not impliment.    There some chat about English Rugby League teams that went by the wayside over the off season, even if Freaky gets bored...

Oh, hi. I didn't see you there!   So we recorded a podcast for you to enjoy. Hopefully it finds you doing well and after having a great Christmas. Also, Happy New Year!!!   In this episode we announced the 2025 King Of Rugby League Awards, we did our best to explain how the 2026 Rugby League World Cup will work, we talked about how terrible the International Rugby League is, the new Salford Rugby...

Its an emergency podcast because the Wests Tigers are somehow teariing themselves to peices again!!! Twitter AndrewRLP  and  LeagueFreak Patreon Rugby League Project Patreon  and the  League Freak Patreon ! Websites The Rugby League Project   League Freak NRL and Rugby League News Rugby League Podcasting Network NRL Rumours NRL Breaking News Podcast Links Site: FergoandTheFreak.com Twitter: Fergo...

Buckle up for a rip-roaring ride through the world of sports with Fergo and The Freak! We dissect Australia's dominant demolition of England in the lopsided 2025 Ashes series.   Then, we celebrate the triumphant roar of the Pacific Championship, where underdogs turned into legends and rivalries ignited like never before.   Shifting gears to footy frenzy, we slice and dice the 2026 NRL Draw : crown...

In this episode we talk about Australia winning the Ashes with ease, and winning the series in a whitewash. We look towards the Pacific Championship final, player welfare concerns in International Rugby League, we talk motorsports and much more! Twitter AndrewRLP  and  LeagueFreak Patreon Rugby League Project Patreon  and the  League Freak Patreon ! Websites The Rugby League Project   League Freak...

In this episode we talk about the humuliatiung defeat England suffered at home, with an English referee, to an Australian team playing its first game in nearloy a year. How the Ashes series looking going forward, and the completely one sided romp that Australia has been on for 50 years. We talk about Samoa beating Tonga in the Pacific Championship, how Tonga will go against New Zealand, we try to...

In this episode we talk about the Pacific Championships and how good it has been so far, we look at Australia taking on Eurpoes Hillbillies and the reactions we have seen from that cold, swind swept, goofball nation.  We chat a little about some of the player movement that has been going on, the Super League expansion and how ridculous it is, and then we chat Formula One tracks. Twitter AndrewRLP...

In this episode we have a chat about the 2025 NRL Grand Final won by the Brisbane Broncos over the Melbourne Storm. We look at the Australian squad named by the ARL ahead of the Ashes tour and give out best lineups for that series. We have a quick chat about Super League, international Rugby League, and then Formula One if thats OK with Lando.  Twitter AndrewRLP  and  LeagueFreak Patreon Rugby Lea...