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Salford Reds became Salford City Reds in 1999 reportedly because Salford Council wanted their financial support for the club to be recognised, so their name was changed to emphasise the city status of Salford.
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In that time, the Club has seen many changes and created new memories for each generation. Read our story below to find out how the Red Devils you know today, came to be. OUR ROOTS. Rugby in the city of Salford, has its roots in a rugby union club on the other side of the River Irwell, in Manchester.
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1999 (18 July) The clubs first match as Salford City Reds took place against Gateshead Thunder at The Willows. In 1996, they had changed the name from Salford to Salford Reds. 2000 (25 June) Hooker Malcolm Alker captained the Salford City Reds for the first time at the age of 21 in the absence of club captain Darren Brown.
Salford added Reds to their name for the 1995/96 season which was expanded to Salford City Reds in 1999. It would be just 12 months before Salford reclaimed their place in Super League by edging out Keighley to win the First Division.[4]
History. 1901. First match held at The Willows, Salford defeating Swinton 2-0 with a drop-goal from recent signing Jimmy Lomas. The attendance was 16,981. Their previous ground was at New Barnes, adjoining the area now known as Salford Quays. 1902. The Willows staged its first county fixture, Lancashire beating Yorkshire 13-0.
Nov 10, 2023 · 10 November 2023. Getty Images. Salford Red Devils received a B grade in the recent 'Reimagining Rugby League' initiative and will remain in Super League from 2025 as things stand. Salford Red...
Nov 16, 2023 · Opened in 2011, the 12,000-capacity stadium was built as a new home for Salford Red Devils, then named Salford City Reds. It also hosts Sale Sharks.
