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Josh Charnley signs new Leopards deal in unique style
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- Super League’s all-time leading try-scorer has added another memorable moment to his career – scoring for the Leopards against the Saints before signing a contract extension in the celebrations
Super League’s all-time leading try-scorer Josh Charnley signed a new deal with Leigh Leopards tonight – actually DURING their game against St Helens!
Have you seen anything like it? ?
— Betfred Super League (@SuperLeague) September 4, 2026
Signing a contract extension straight after you've scored a try ??#SuperLeague pic.twitter.com/sISvkgs2h9
In what is thought to be a first in professional sport, the popular winger penned a fresh contract for 2027 – just moments after scoring yet another try.
Charnley, who eclipsed Ryan Hall as the competition's top scorer earlier this season, crossed in the first half of their contest with Saints at Leigh Sports Village and was immediately handed the mock-up document to sign as he wheeled away to celebrate.
The prolific former Warrington Wolves, Wigan Warriors and England flier duly did with a beaming smile – and his club soon confirmed it wasn't just a publicity stunt: he's there to stay.
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— Leigh Leopards (@LeighLeopardsRL) September 4, 2026
Super League’s all-time leading try scorer and Leigh Leopards fan favourite, Josh Charnley has extended his stay with the club! ??
More ?? https://t.co/FhKZrDJtKn pic.twitter.com/aZhU0nLXLS
Charnley, who now has a huge 281 Super League tries, has been a hugely influential figure for Leigh since joining the club in 2022, helping establish the Leopards as a force in the top-flight.
And now he’ll have the chance to add to his record in their colours, much to the delight of their faithful.
