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Following his side’s scrappy win over Wasps Johan Ackermann gave injury updates, his thoughts on the game and how he feels the side will handle pressure better. Robert Rees brings you the full Johan Ackermann interview. Gloucester’s strong belief brought them through Speaking on the hard fought win at Kingsholm Johan Ackermann said, ”I think […] 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 media after the latest Gallagher Premiership result. The Cherry and Whites confirmed a 36-16 victory over the Worcester Warriors, that left Ackermann pleased with win; though he also described a dislike for red cards while praising star Ollie Thorley’s performance in scoring two tries. Robert Rees looks at the result in context, with a view […] READ MORE
Gloucester made hay whilst the sun shone at Kingsholm with a 36-16 victory over Worcester. The six try performance sends Gloucester back into the playoffs as the league breaks for Europe. Early Gloucester dominance weathered by the Warriors It was all Gloucester in the early stages of the match. Carrying hard and running some superb […] READ MORE
We are now past the half way mark in Europe and the likely qualifiers have made themselves known. There were huge wins for Connacht, Edinburgh and Gloucester, whilst holders Stade Français hauled themselves back into contention in Challenge Cup Round Four. But it is the PRO14 sides who have most to cheer. With three Celtic […] READ MORE
James is an Editor for Last Word on Rugby. He covers the Gallagher Premiership and in particular Gloucester Rugby, his hometown club. When not at Kingsholm James may also be found supporting Gloucestershire Cricket.