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The first round of European fixtures is complete. There have been some exceptional performances from some Welsh players in both the Champions and Challenge Cup and Robert Rees looks back at them. Welsh duo shine for Bristol Bristol kicked their Challenge Cup campaign off with a thumping 59-21 victory over Italian outfit Zebre. With the […] READ MORE
As rugby in the northern hemisphere grows stronger, so does the EPCR Challenge Cup. The 2019/20 season is on the eve of beginning a brand new year, holding more talent than ever. 20 of the leading teams across Europe, prepare to ‘challenge’ for superiority. Robert Rees takes a look at the main contenders ahead of […] READ MORE
The end of another financial year means the release of the latest Welsh Rugby Union annual report. It can be a complicated set of figures, data and block text so, Robert Rees breaks it down into all ‘you need to know’ about the WRU books. Gerald Davies elected new President Following the stepping down of […] READ MORE
With domestic duties dealt with, for the time being, all the focus now is on the two key European competitions. The Welsh regions leave behind their derby games from last weekend and will hope to ‘light up the cup scene’ once again. Robert Rees gives us your Welsh regions European preview. Key European competitions (1) […] READ MORE
The Challenge Cup draw is usually a secondary affair with all eyes on the Champions Cup. This year has been different with a whole stack of big-name clubs falling into the tier competition, thus making it a very satisfying product to watch unfold. Robert Rees previews the 2019/20 competition. Pool 1 Castres, Worcester Warriors, Dragons, […] READ MORE
The Guinness Pro14 is an unusual league. Teams from five different countries competing across several continents, all fighting for one major prize. The lack of relegation, along with the opportunity that provides for squad rotation, means it is often looked down on by fans of other leagues. On the other hand, there are fiercely contested […] READ MORE
The Heineken Champions Cup was revamped from 24 teams, down to 20 meritocratically chosen teams for a reason. The desire to see increased competition and intensity has seen ‘domestically strong sides’ struggle. Round Three results have seen the likes of Wasps, Exeter Chiefs and the Scarlets all but knocked out. Fans may be asking why, […] READ MORE
Round three of the 2018/19 Heineken Champions Cup was another huge weekend of rugby. Here at Last Word on Rugby, our group of writers will cover the results and the outcomes. Rhiannon Garth Jones looks at Pool Four, where the rankings mean nothing: Racing 92 lead the pack and Ulster might be surprise qualifiers. Current […] READ MORE
Round two of the 2018/19 Heineken Champions Cup was another huge weekend of rugby. Here at Last Word on Rugby, our group of writers will cover the results and the outcomes. Rhiannon Garth Jones looks at Pool Four, where Racing 92 put down a marker and Leicester Tigers started to roar. Current Pool Four standings: […] READ MORE
Week one of the Heineken Champions Cup gifted some big scores, big shocks and some old fashioned thumpings. A huge weekend of rugby is over, and Robert Rees gives you your 2018/19 Champions Cup round one summary Pool One Standings Leinster – 5 points Toulouse – 4 points Bath – 1 point Wasps – 0 […] 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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