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Shaun Edwards’ Welsh return is going to be a serious one as France knuckle down in an attempt to win their opening three matches for the first time since 2010. Robert Rees has the latest from the French camp. Edwards return is a serious one France haven’t won in Cardiff since lifting the Grand Slam […] READ MORE
Now Billy Vunipola has been ruled out of this year’s Six Nations tournament, Sam Simmonds and Alex Dombrandt became favourites to start against France on the opening weekend. However, both players were left out of Eddie Jones’ squad and Tom Curry started against France at number eight, not his natural position. A faltering England were […] READ MORE
The Guinness Six Nations may be in a rest week, but as Ireland head to Twickenham unbeaten, Robert Rees has taken a look at how Wales began to slow down their breakdown. The ultimate Guinness Six Nations breakdown battle Ironically, the first example of Welsh breakdown work comes from good strong defence out wide, something […] READ MORE
Following Ireland’s bonus point win over Wales in the Six Nations questions were asked regarding the narrow Welsh defence and what it set out to do. Robert Rees takes a look at how Wales’ narrow defence was exploited by the Irish attack, which ultimately lead to their downfall. Ireland carefully plot Welsh Six Nations victory […] READ MORE
Italian rugby is heading into a new era, led by the likes of Seb Negri. Sergio Parisse is no longer the captain, Luca Bigi his successor. Conor O’Shea departed following their 2019 World Cup pool stage exit and the temporary replacement Franco Smith’s time is already underway. A fresh start is needed for the Azurri […] READ MORE
The latest injury news from the Welsh camp is that fly half Owen Williams has been released from the squad having picked up a hamstring injury. Owen Williams’ unfortunate injury run continues Owen Williams, who has only just returned to action following around nine months out of action with a knee injury, has been ruled […] READ MORE
Wayne Pivac has strengthened some basic principles ahead of their first major Six Nations test in Dublin. A bulked-up set-piece is the focus of his Wales squad announcement. Robert Rees looks at the game plan Pivac will set out to achieve this with, in his second test leading the Welsh team. Wales look at strengthening […] READ MORE
The first round of Six Nations fixtures has been completed and a story has begun to unravel. Robert Rees looks at five key points from the three opening games. England must bring in an eight England’s lackluster loss to France leaves Eddie Jones with a head-scratching issue. They averaged just 1.58m per carry and had […] READ MORE
During the first half of France vs England’s round one match in the Six Nations 2020 the hosts full back Anthony Bouthier sent a clearing kick 85 metres down field in a remarkable move. The monster boot! Bouthier’s first half clearance kick was an absolute brute! ? ? #FRAENG pic.twitter.com/9LMgMvaWXy — Robert Rees (@Rreesrugby) […] READ MORE
Speaking to the media ahead of Wayne Pivac’s Six Nations debut Alun Wyn Jones spoke of how it’s the beginning of a new era and how he keeps his excitement going 134 caps later. Robert Rees brings you the best nuggets from the huddle. Time to look forward – Alun Wyn Jones “It’s good, there’s […] READ MORE
Rugby journalist, specializing on all things Welsh rugby, United Rugby Championship, and the Gallagher Premiership. A freelance journalist published in The Rugby Paper, Telegraph, RugbyPass et al.
Robert has a BA in Sports Journalism from the University of Gloucestershire.
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