Brian McDermott, 56, has said he would like to continue as head coach of England's rugby league team for the 2030 World Cup. He was appointed in April on a short-term basis to lead England through the 2023 World Cup, which is taking place in Australia, New Zealand, and Papua New Guinea. McDermott mentioned during his appointment that he would be open to staying on beyond the tournament. While he is currently focused on the immediate challenge of the upcoming matches in October and November, he has expressed a desire to commit to the role long-term if the situation allows. McDermott said that discussions about his future have been brief and informal. "Clearly, I'd like to do the job for longer. I'd like to get another crack at the World Cup in four years' time," he said. He emphasized the value of having a four-year planning period to build a structured program with a clear beginning, middle, and end. This would allow for more comprehensive development of the team and its players. Currently working as an assistant coach at the Gold Coast Titans in the National Rugby League (NRL), McDermott has taken on the England role on a part-time basis, unlike his full-time predecessor, Shaun Wane. He has confirmed that Sean O'Loughlin and Paul Wellens will serve as assistant coaches for the World Cup. McDermott acknowledged that the time to prepare for the tournament has been limited, with no matches scheduled before the opening game against Tonga in Perth on 17 October. Despite the tight timeline, he expressed confidence in the team's readiness. McDermott reiterated his interest in coaching England through the next World Cup, saying, "I've made it no secret. I'd like a crack at the next World Cup and a four-year build-up to that." However, he noted that formal discussions about his future have not yet taken place and that his main focus remains on the current tournament. Regarding team leadership, he confirmed that George Williams will continue as England's captain. Williams, who will join the NRL's Dolphins after the World Cup, recently returned to action in August after a four-month injury break. McDermott praised Williams for his leadership and maturity, highlighting his positive impact during team meetings.