Sinead Peach shows ‘genuine remorse’ following alleged X-rated rant at referee

York captain Sinead Peach has shown “genuine remorse” for her alleged X-rated rant at referee Oliver Salmon during her side’s Betfred Women’s Super League defeat at St Helens on Saturday.

Peach appeared to ask Salmon: “Which one are you s****ing?” after he awarded a penalty to Saints in the final minute of the hosts’ 18-8 win, prompting the official to send her off.

York chairman Clint Goodchild said in a statement: “Sinead expressed genuine remorse immediately for the comment and understands the serious nature of the situation.

“We will continue to support Sinead while she and the team prepare for the approaching play-offs.”

Live footage of the match, which was broadcast on The Sportsman’s YouTube channel, showed Salmon clearly detailing the exact nature of the dissent to his fellow officials.

The Rugby Football League confirmed that Peach’s red card will be considered by the match review panel on Thursday.

Goodchild added: “As a club, we have confidence the RFL tribunal process will take into account Sinead’s longstanding positive contribution to the game and her respectful reputation will be recognised.

“We are committed to the values of respect and integrity that underpin our sport.”

Peach, 27, has led York to back-to-back Grand Final victories in 2023 and 2024 and was named Woman of Steel in October 2023.