# Super League competition progression > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/super-league-competition-progression > Updated: 2026-09-11T08:57:41.000Z. Sources: 7. Developments: 4. The Super League season progressed through critical matchups involving top-tier teams. Initially, Wakefield Trinity prepared for a significant match against Leeds Rhinos, with head coach Daryl Powell advising players to stay “excited but calm” to maintain emotional balance during their seven-match winning run. As the regular season approached its conclusion, the focus shifted to a high-stakes battle between Leeds Rhinos and Wigan Warriors for the League Leaders’ Shield. While Leeds held the top position via points difference, a Wigan victory was positioned to secure them the title. Preparations for these fixtures have intensified as teams finalize lineups. In the clash between Leeds and Wigan, Leeds will field Zak Lloyd to cover for the injured Danny Levi, while Wigan welcomes back Junior Nsemba but will be without Jake Wardle. Elsewhere, Hull KR has secured a top-six play-off spot following a victory over Huddersfield Giants. This success has prompted discussions regarding whether head coach Willie Peters should rest key players to combat fatigue ahead of the finals. Hull KR also reported the return of nine players, including Tom Davies and Peta Hiku. Additionally, St Helens will feature David Armstrong in their match against the Leigh Leopards, despite facing a depleted pack due to injuries and suspensions. Following these developments, the Wigan Warriors secured their sixth League Leaders’ Shield with a 50-12 victory over the Catalans Dragons at the Brick Community Stadium. This win, part of a 16-match winning streak under head coach Matt Peet, follows a decisive victory against the Leeds Rhinos that allowed the Warriors to leapfrog into first place in the standings. In separate competition news, West Hull clinched the top position in the inaugural season of the National League after defeating Wigan St Judes, securing the League Leaders’ Shield ahead of the play-offs. ## Timeline ### 2026-09-11: West Hull and Wigan Warriors secure League Leaders’ Shields West Hull and the Wigan Warriors have both secured League Leaders’ Shields in their respective rugby league competitions. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/west-hull-and-wigan-warriors-secure-league-leaders-shields ### 2026-09-04: Super League teams finalize lineups ahead of critical fixtures Super League teams prepare for key matchups as Hull KR secures a play-off spot and Leeds Rhinos face Wigan Warriors in a top-two clash. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/super-league-teams-finalize-lineups-ahead-of-critical-fixtures ### 2026-09-02: Leeds Rhinos and Wigan Warriors battle for Super League Leaders’ Shield Leeds Rhinos and Wigan Warriors face a decisive clash at Headingley to determine the Super League Leaders’ Shield winner, featuring key player returns for both sides. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/leeds-rhinos-and-wigan-warriors-battle-for-super-league-leaders-shield ### 2026-08-06: Wakefield Trinity gears up for pivotal Super League clash with Leeds Rhinos Coach Daryl Powell urges Wakefield Trinity to stay calm and focused before a crucial Super League match with Leeds Rhinos that could tie them on points at the top of the table. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/wakefield-trinity-gears-up-for-pivotal-super-league-clash-with-leeds-rhinos --- Cite as: Super League competition progression. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/super-league-competition-progression