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Speaking to the local media for the first time in a Gloucester press conference, South African lock Franco Mostert spoke about his time in England. He cited family safety a massive factor in Gloucester move alongside the presence of former work colleagues in the likes of Johan Ackermann. Family safety a massive factor in Gloucester […] READ MORE
Gloucester claimed another scalp at Kingsholm as they sent league leaders Saracens packing with only a losing bonus point. An utterly dominant performance from the hosts was poorly reflected by their lazy ending to the game but it’ll be Johan Ackermann’s men who’ll be the happier. Gloucester topple Saracens Following an early spell of pressure, […] READ MORE
Gloucester must take chances insists head coach Johan Ackermann who praised his side for a marvelous victory over Exeter Chiefs last Friday. He knows they wasted plenty of chances and has ensured they won’t be as wasteful at Kingsholm against league leaders Saracens. Second half performance must be matched Johan Ackermann has told his team […] READ MORE
Johan Ackermann spoke to the press ahead of Saracens clash at Kingsholm and gave a comprehensive squad update before his men meet the league leaders this coming Friday. Robert Rees has your Gloucester injury list as a number of big names are set to return. Kriel set to make return South African back row Jaco […] READ MORE
“The Heineken Champions Cup is becoming increasingly tough for Premiership clubs” insists Gloucester winger Charlie Sharples as he reflects on a tough campaign that sees the Castres tie end this season’s European campaign. Sharples is looking forward to the game saying it’ll be good to play without pressure as they head into a much needed break […] READ MORE
Johan Ackermann has revealed a blow to their front row depth as Paddy McAllister has announced he will return to Ireland to play for Connacht whilst South African prop Ruan Dreyer will be out for up to 12 weeks following surgery. Robert Rees has the latest Gloucester injury report. McAllister set for Irish return Gloucester […] READ MORE
Gloucester continually fails to retain any momentum for longer than two or three games. Picking up good wins and performances over Worcester and Exeter away in recent weeks, the side came tumbling back down to earth on Friday. As Gloucester Rugby lose momentum ‘too easily’ how can the team repair that mental block? With a […] READ MORE
Johan Ackermann has praised the Kingsholm crowd ahead of their Leicester game on Friday calling them ”The best supporters in the country.” The head coach has issued a rally cry to Gloucester fans to get behind their team in what will be a crunch match. Intense game ahead as Premiership Rugby returns With the Premiership […] READ MORE
Johan Ackermann spoke to the media ahead of the upcoming Champions Cup tie with Exeter Chiefs and looked ahead at redemption following their defeat in the Premiership just a few weeks ago. Robert Rees has the full Johan Ackermann interview. Could you reflect on Saturday’s win and sitting in third in the table how satisfied […] READ MORE
Johan Ackermann was full of praise for his players, backroom staff and supporters ahead of their home game against Exeter Chiefs this Friday. It’s not all good news though as he delivered the blow they’ve been dealt in the front row. Robert Rees continues in his ‘Coaches Corner’ column, and LWOR has the full Johan […] 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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