Troubled Super League club London Broncos secured their future on Friday after signing a ground-share deal with non-league football team Barnet.
Broncos were homeless after leaving the Twickenham Stoop at the end of last season and reportedly faced going into administration due to their financial difficulties.
But their agreement to play at The Hive, Barnet's newly-built stadium in north London, ensures they will fulfil their fixtures for the 2014 Super League season.
Friday's announcement, which covers the 2014 and 2015 seasons, is the culmination of six months of talks amid speculation that Broncos' long-term chairman and benefactor David Hughes was looking to wind down his commitment.
Hughes is set to remain in charge of the Londoners during the 2014 season, with Barnet chairman Tony Kleanthous expected to assume control for 2015.
In addition to playing their home games at The Hive, the Broncos will switch their training to Barnet's former stadium at Underhill.
Hughes said: Over the last 10 days, we have worked closely with the Rugby Football League and Barnet chairman Tony Kleanthous to avoid administration and secure the future of the Broncos.
"I believe this is the right decision, not only for the club, but also for the future of rugby league in London."
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