France Rugby Team Announced: Lebel to Sit Out for 4th Time Against England in 6 Nations Tournament

France Rugby Team Announced: Lebel to Sit Out for 4th Time Against England in 6 Nations Tournament

Par Clement Mazella Published on 14 Mar 24 at 11:36 See my news Follow Rugby News Fabien Galthié has decided: he has made no change in his team composition to face theEngland Saturday March 16 (9 p.m.), in Lyon, as part of the last day of the 2024 6 Nations Tournament. Another thing that hasn’t … Read more

6 Nations Tournament 2024: Controversial Scotland vs. France Match Leaves World Rugby in Disbelief

6 Nations Tournament 2024: Controversial Scotland vs. France Match Leaves World Rugby in Disbelief

Par Thomas Corbet Published on 11 Feb 24 at 12:09 See my news Follow Rugby News Torn away in the last moments of the meeting of the 2nd day of 6 Nations Tournament 2024, the victory of the XV of France against Scotland was quite uneven. Married by a refereeing controversy, but also marked by … Read more

French Coach Praises South Africa’s Tactical Approach Ahead of Match

French Coach Praises South Africa’s Tactical Approach Ahead of Match

At the same time, the Blues also indicated that they had closely analyzed the South African game. “To know South Africa and its staff well, if they are world champions, it is because they have a very sharp and very thoughtful tactical approach. They always come out with a strategy, a very well studied plan … Read more

The All Blacks’ Incredible Attack Puts Pressure on Italy’s Defense

The All Blacks’ Incredible Attack Puts Pressure on Italy’s Defense

“The All Blacks have an absolutely incredible attack. Our defense will have to be ready”also projected winger Montanna Ioane, already putting pressure on Italy’s next opponents. “The guys are confident. We are ready to face anyone”he declared, full of confidence following the two victories recorded. “We couldn’t ask for better. Given the two matches that … Read more

Pacific Players Struggle in World Cup Opener, Frustrated by Dominant Irish Defense

Pacific Players Struggle in World Cup Opener, Frustrated by Dominant Irish Defense

The Pacific players are completely missing their entry into this World Cup. Despite a relatively balanced first act, but during which the Irish showed themselves coldly realistic, they initially made a good impression. To reward these good first 40 minutes, Vaea Fifita scored a strong try (31-13, 40′). But the islanders then failed to take … Read more

Why Rugby Struggles to Gain Recognition and Professionalism in Portugal

Why Rugby Struggles to Gain Recognition and Professionalism in Portugal

It must be said that rugby is still far from being an obvious choice in the country. “In terms of visibility and interest of the population, the recognition of this sport is not what we would like”regrets the president of the Portuguese Rugby Federation, Carlos Amado Silva, in an interview with AFP. “It’s a cultural … Read more

French XV Continues Calm Preparations for Second Match Against Uruguay

French XV Continues Calm Preparations for Second Match Against Uruguay

After its good start against New Zealand (27-13), the French XV calmly continues its preparation before its second match, Thursday, against Uruguay, at the Pierre-Mauroy stadium in Lille (9 p.m.). Flyhalf Antoine Hastoy and pillar Dorian Aldegheri appear this Monday at the daily press briefing for the XV of France. They will be accompanied by … Read more

Fast and Furious: All Blacks Score Earliest Try in Rugby World Cup Opening Match

Fast and Furious: All Blacks Score Earliest Try in Rugby World Cup Opening Match

A try from the start. Barely after the kick-off, the All Blacks managed to crush the French defense, scoring the first try of this 2023 World Cup, less than two minutes after the start of a match gala opening. If the try was not subsequently converted, these first points allowed the men in black to … Read more

The Legacy of Malakai Fainga’anuku: Passing on the Passion for Rugby from Generation to Generation

The Legacy of Malakai Fainga’anuku: Passing on the Passion for Rugby from Generation to Generation

Rugby player from generation to generation. Former pillar of Tonga, Malakai Fainga’anuku bequeathed to his son his passion for this “rogue sport played by gentlemen”, according to the saying. And it started from birth, where nothing was left to chance. The first name Leicester, unusual if ever there was one, pays homage to Tonga’s historic … Read more

Remembering Paul Botha Rossouw: Former South African Rugby Player Passes Away at 53

Remembering Paul Botha Rossouw: Former South African Rugby Player Passes Away at 53

By the editorial staff Posted yesterday at 23:17, Updated yesterday at 23:20 Paul Botha Rossouw in the colors of the RCT. Twitter RCT Former South African second or third line Paul Botha Rossouw died on Tuesday at the age of 53, following a pulmonary embolism, announced South African Federation (SARU). Retained with the Springboks for … Read more