BREAKING: Wigan Warriors Head Coach Matt Pett Name New Captain & Assistant Captain Amid Lingering Team Dispute as Liam Farrell Position Too Defined.
In a recent press briefing, Wigan Warriors head coach Matt Peet moved to clarify lingering rumours surrounding a captaincy dispute, officially naming Liam Farrell as the club’s captain moving forward. The announcement comes amid swirling speculation in the media about leadership within the squad—speculation Peet took aim at with measured clarity.
Peet emphasised that there was never any internal row, rather an understandable confusion fueled by external commentary. He stated that the decision was always made with the best interests of the team and culture in mind. Placing faith in Farrell’s experience, influence in the dressing room, and long-term commitment to Wigan, Peet underlined that his appointment was made transparently and unanimously among the senior coaching staff.
Farrell, a stalwart of the club, has long been viewed as a natural leader on and off the field. Peet applauded his dedication, resilience and consistency across over a decade at the Warriors. He insisted that, while leadership roles can sometimes raise questions, this was never a power struggle—it was about setting a clear direction for the season ahead.
With the captaincy now settled, Peet urged supporters and media alike to focus on performance. The talk of discord, he stressed, should now be replaced by backing Farrell and the squad as they pursue success in the Super League campaign.
