Liam Byrne (rugby league)

Liam Byrne (born 18 August 1999) is an Ireland international rugby league footballer who plays as a forward for the Wigan Warriors in the Super League.

He has spent time on loan from Wigan at Workington Town in Betfred League 1, and the Leigh Centurions and the Swinton Lions in the Championship.

Background
Byrne was born in Salford, Greater Manchester, England. He is of Irish heritage.

Career
In 2019 he made his Super League début for Wigan against Hull F.C. On 28 May 2022, Byrne played for Wigan in their 2022 Challenge Cup Final victory over Huddersfield. On 24 February 2024, Byrne played in Wigan's 2024 World Club Challenge final victory over Penrith. In the 2024 Good Friday game against arch-rivals St Helens, Byrne was given a straight red card for a dangerous high tackle in Wigan's 12-4 losss. Byrne was later suspended for a total of four games and handed a £750 fine.

Wigan Warriors

 * Super League
 * Winners (1): 2023


 * League Leaders' Shield
 * Winners (2): 2020, 2023


 * Challenge Cup
 * Winners (1): 2022


 * World Club Challenge
 * Winners (1): 2024