France was brilliant. It was an awesome France masterclass exhibition from Fabien Galthie’s men and as for England…. they are truly at rock bottom. Or maybe not, as the old adage goes, ‘we did not realize that rock bottom had a basement’ – as they head to Dublin next week. England were awful in all […] READ MORE
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Strict Covid-19 bubble will encompass France Six Nations 2021 bid
Differing from their Autumn campaign, a strict ‘Covid-19 bubble’ will encompass the France Six Nations 2021 bid. In news from the French Rugby Federation, it has decreed that over the course of this season’s Guinness Six Nations, the external threat from Covid-19 will impose strict conditions. So unlike the rotation theory utilized in Autumn, this […] READ MORE
2020 Guinness Six Nations – Team of the Tournament revealed
The 2020 Guinness Six Nations drew to a close on Saturday evening, as Ireland’s defeat in Paris meant England were crowned champions. Robert Rees selects his 2020 Team of the Tournament. 1. Rory Sutherland The Scottish loosehead has been in such quality form of late that he’s been tipped as a Lions starter. His set-piece […] READ MORE
What fans can expect from one of the most interesting Six Nations in years
After a break in the Championship, the rugby public will place their full attention on the remaining Six Nations matches. Complicated by the postponement of the Ireland v Italy fixture – so, what should fans expect from one of the most interesting Six Nations in years? France are undefeated. That itself is a rarity, even […] READ MORE
Best-placed French Top14 teams prior to Six Nations window
Looking at the French Top14 team’s classment, prior to the 2020 Six Nations beginning on February 1, may indicate which teams could ultimately be best placed for a run towards the 2019/20 title. As the season was placed ‘on hold’ for the European Professional Rugby club competitions; Champions Cup/Challenge Cup, with Round 14 about to […] READ MORE