Rugby News, Analysis, History, Schedule, Rumours
It’s common belief that 95% of World Rugby fans don’t know anything about Portuguese rugby. Not surprising really. There are big doubts and questions like: who plays and coaches there? what games and clubs exist? and many would have never heard of the Campeonato Português de Rugby–or the Portuguese Premiership But Last Word On Rugby are pleased to give […] READ MORE
Portugal and Belgium squared off in a tight and exhilarating rugby match this weekend, with the Os Lobos toppling rivals the Diables Noirs. Thanks to a brilliant first half, Portugal rugby were able to deliver fans a great victory and overcome Belgium 26-21. European Nations Cup 2016/17 Portugal dominated the first half, scoring four tries and reaching 26 points […] READ MORE
Last Word on Rugby had the opportunity to talk to Pedro, to get his opinion on the Series and to "discover" who Pedro Leal really is. READ MORE
Figueira Beach Rugby is scheduled for July 1-2, starting early on the morning of the Saturday the 1st. For all who wish to come and be part of something special, you can contact the Figueira’s Beach Rugby team on their website here. READ MORE
For the second time ever, it was Portugal vs Brazil on a rugby field in a critical moment for both nations. Portugal is looking to force its way back to the second tier of European Nations, while Brazil dreams of becoming like Uruguay or, even better…another Argentina. The game took place in Taveiro, very close to Coimbra, one of the main […] READ MORE
Portuguese rugby player and writer who loves to "scribble" in Planeta Desportivo. From then on Francisco got the pleasure to talk to Eddie Jones, Stuart Hogg and many others. With a masters degree in History, working as a Consultant, rugby and sports are my main passion. Now contributing for Last Word on Sports, you can also read some other works on Fair Play, Portal do Rugby and Rugby World Magazine.