April 19, 2024

Top Rugby News

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Scotland's Blair Kinghorn scored 23 points as five-time Investec Champions Cup winners Toulouse swept aside Exeter in style to reach the semi-finals. Read more

For those familiar with the French Top 14, the name Samuel Ezeala is not a new one – given the uber-talented winger made his debut in the 2017/18 season. Since then, the 24-year-old Spaniard has gone on to feature in over forty-five matches in French Rugby’s top division scoring a smooth 18 tries in the process. Read more
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The Red Roses continued their unbeaten start to the Women’s Six Nations with a dominant 46-0 victory against Scotland. Read more‍

A Match for the Ages: Harlequins' Thrilling Upset in Champions Cup Quarterfinals!

In a remarkable game at Stade Chaban-Delmas, Harlequins produced an unforgettable performance to secure a thrilling 42-41 victory over French heavyweights Bordeaux-Begles. This stunning upset propelled Harlequins into the semi-finals of the Champions Cup for the first time. The match showcased bravery, daring, and an underdog spirit as the lead changed hands four times in the second half alone. With tries from Will Porter (2), Will Evans, Alex Dombrandt, and the exceptional Tyrone Green, Harlequins held their nerve and closed out the game with a brilliant restart exit. This chaotic brilliance will be remembered as one of their finest achievements in rugby. Congratulations, Harlequins! 🏆🎉

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French Top14 Fixtures

Here's a quick preview of some of the exciting action coming up this weekend from the FrenchTop14.

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Investment Round-up - who's doing what:

• Hull FC on verge of fresh investment as club ready to head in new direction : https://www.hulldailymail.co.uk/sport/rugby-league/hull-fc-verge-fresh-investment-9219523
  
• Diamond admits Newcastle Falcons are eager to attract Saudi Arabia investment : https://www.theguardian.com/sport/2024/mar/21/rugby-union-diamond-admits-newcastle-falcons-are-eager-to-attract-saudi-arabia-investment
  
• British and Irish Lions women: £3m fund aims to ensure first women's team is more than just England : https://www.bbc.com/sport/rugby-union/68819287
  
• Super Rugby Aupiki: Blues co-captain Ruahei Demant pleads for greater funding in women’s rugby : https://www.nzherald.co.nz/sport/rugby/super-rugby-aupiki-blues-co-captain-ruahei-demant-pleads-for-greater-funding-in-womens-rugby/N3TWTJ6N2RADDG53GNC6DDA2EQ/
  
• $7 million soccer facility planned as FIFA funding floods back in to local game : https://www.caymancompass.com/2024/04/16/7-million-soccer-facility-planned-as-fifa-funding-floods-back-in-to-local-game/
  
• New Canada Soccer boss provides financial update and the news isn't good : https://www.moosejawtoday.com/national-sports/new-canada-soccer-boss-provides-financial-update-and-the-news-isnt-good-8531046
  
• What are Premier League Profit and Sustainability Rules? Everton handed fresh points deduction for financial fair play breach : https://www.sportingnews.com/us/soccer/news/premier-league-profit-sustainability-rules-financial-fair-play/42ef3c1a91043e191482250d
  
• Unions to benefit from pathway funding ahead of first women’s British and Irish Lions tour : https://ca.sports.yahoo.com/news/unions-benefit-pathway-funding-ahead-230100522.html
  
• Jersey will money helps launch £100,000 sports fund : https://www.bbc.com/news/world-europe-jersey-68797250

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