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Another month has passed in the ERB rugby universe, and finally the gang have reached the knock-outs. Not them, but at least the Stormers. Andy and Ant, who are Phil and Dick-less this week, speak about the Stormers just being themselves in throwing away a winnable game against Leinster, and praise the Bulls' grit at Murrayfield (though Pollard really shanked them...). They also chat Super Rugby, Tony Brown having the best life plan 18 moths out from the World Cup, and more.
.There was also a heap of playoff rugby across the URC and Super Rugby, although if we're being brutally honest, a lot of the games were a bit one-sided and a touch meh. Plenty of lovely tries, great skills, and individual moments of brilliance, but not a huge amount of jeopardy.The URC probably delivered the better drama. Leinster were ultimately too good for the Stormers, but the Stormers made them work for it for a decent stretch. Meanwhile, the Bulls pulled off a cracking come-from-behind win against Glasgow, who were playing at Murrayfield — when, let's be honest, they probably would've much rather been at their actual home ground.In Super Rugby, things got a bit ridiculous. The Hurricanes, who qualified number one, played the Brumbies, who qualified sixth, and absolutely pumped them. Which raises the very fair question: what was the point of that game? The format seems designed to suck the jeopardy out of the tournament just so we can squeeze in three quarter-finals. Honestly, just give us a top four and be done with it.Elsewhere, the Blues looked like they remembered how to play rugby for brief periods, before also remembering they had the defensive structure of a wet paper bag. The Crusaders put plenty on them down in Christchurch, and yet somehow, despite losing a worrying number of games in a row, the Blues are now semi-finalists thanks to the “lucky loser” system.The best Super Rugby game of the weekend was probably Chiefs v Reds, even though the Chiefs still managed to win it relatively comfortably and end the Reds' season.So yes, we talk dads, rugby, playoff formats, lucky losers, one-sided quarter-finals, and the general absurdity of it all. Tony, in particular, has a bit of a whinge.Grab a beer and enjoy.
Agradece a este podcast tantas horas de entretenimiento y disfruta de episodios exclusivos como éste. ¡Apóyale en iVoox! 18000 espectadores en Murrayfield y 15000 espectadores en el Aviva Stadium, las semifinales del URC certifican el interés real de los partidos de Glasgow Warriors vs Bulls y Leinster vs Stormers. Con Urbano Nuviala y Javier Señarís, by https://www.divertisenvivo.com/seis-naciones/ y https://www.gulagalega.com/estilo-de-cerveza-artesana/1821-sinduena-drop-w-hablemos-de-rugby-lata-44-cl.html.Escucha este episodio completo y accede a todo el contenido exclusivo de Hablemos de Rugby. Descubre antes que nadie los nuevos episodios, y participa en la comunidad exclusiva de oyentes en https://go.ivoox.com/sq/644699
Agradece a este podcast tantas horas de entretenimiento y disfruta de episodios exclusivos como éste. ¡Apóyale en iVoox! Leinster y Bulls, se enfrentarán en la final del United Rugby Championship 2025-26. Los sudafricanos derrotaron a Glasgow Warriors en Murrayfield y los irlandeses hicieron lo propio con Stormers en Dublín. Con Javier Señarís, by https://www.divertisenvivo.com/seis-naciones/ y https://www.gulagalega.com/estilo-de-cerveza-artesana/1821-sinduena-drop-w-hablemos-de-rugby-lata-44-cl.html.Escucha este episodio completo y accede a todo el contenido exclusivo de Hablemos de Rugby. Descubre antes que nadie los nuevos episodios, y participa en la comunidad exclusiva de oyentes en https://go.ivoox.com/sq/644699
Agradece a este podcast tantas horas de entretenimiento y disfruta de episodios exclusivos como éste. ¡Apóyale en iVoox! Los equipos de Glasgow Warriors y Bulls, para la semifinal de United Rugby Championship del sábado a las 15:30H en Murrayfield. Con Javier Señarís, by https://www.divertisenvivo.com/seis-naciones/ y https://www.gulagalega.com/estilo-de-cerveza-artesana/1821-sinduena-drop-w-hablemos-de-rugby-lata-44-cl.htmlEscucha este episodio completo y accede a todo el contenido exclusivo de Hablemos de Rugby. Descubre antes que nadie los nuevos episodios, y participa en la comunidad exclusiva de oyentes en https://go.ivoox.com/sq/644699
Hello! It's this week's Q&A with Lee Ryder and Sean McCormick. Plenty to discuss including transfers, Newcastle's search for a goalkeeper and the whispers that United may move to Murrayfield for a little while to allow work on St. James' Park or a new stadium to be completed. As always a big thanks to our sponsors NORD VPN and Saily - two products that will enhance your travel abroad. NORD VPN providing the safety and security you need while browsing, and Saily giving you that affordable e-sim and network coverage. You can get discounts by hitting up the links in the description box. EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/toon Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee
Three of the women responsible for investing in and building the future of women's rugby in this England join Elma for a game of ‘Dragons Den' & a vital conversation around the business potential of women's rugby.Director of the Women's Game at the RFU, Alex Teasdale, Owner of Sale Sharks, Michelle Orange, and Women's Sport Consultant, Jenny Mitton put the world of women's sport to rights in the fallow week.We unpack the huge Women's Six Nations numbers, what's driving the growth of the game, and why the fan experience—from Allianz, The Aviva & Murrayfield to grassroots clubs—is changing everything. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
After another couple of weeks without a game, Gloucester returned to PREM action away to Bristol - but unfortunately it was much of the same as they ended up on the wrong side of another record defeat. We chat through the game, the disappointment with the overall manner of the performance as well as the lack of positives. We discuss why the answer given by George Skivington on the question of why the team consistently has poor starts to games, is indicative of the wider issues within the coaching set-up and playing group.Meanwhile we unpick whether the arrival of Brett Deacon and Joel Tomkins (only rumoured as we recorded on Sunday evening) would give us some hope for next year.Finally we talk through the Red Roses emphatic win over Scotland in the W6N.Ed PriceRuss BrookesJim HarleyCherry Jam is proud to be sponsored by PGT LLP
It was a week of contrasts in both the Prem and Women's 6 Nations.In the Gallagher Prem the league continues to attract new investment but Sale were humiliated at home on Sunday, whilst Gloucester, Newcastle and Harlequins also suffered heavy defeats. Was that down to a lack of jeopardy due to no relegation? Or other factors?Scotland v England at Murrayfield set a new record attendance for a standalone women's sporting event north of the border. But, on the pitch are the sides further apart than ever after England's thumping win? When will the Red Roses next lose?Plus, Joe Launchbury chats to Alfie & Will after he announced he would retire from rugby at the end of the season.***Allianz Future Fund | Allianz Insurance Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sara Orchard is joined by World Cup winner Katy Daley-McLean and former Scotland fly-half Lisa Martin as England beat Scotland 84-7. A record-breaking crowd watched on at Murrayfield as England put 12 tries on Scotland to continue their charge for the grand slam. What do Scotland need to do to gain a greater depth of players? How differently does their model need to be, to compete with England? As for the Red Roses, how well have they adapted to forced changes? Plus, the team consider the next round. Timecodes: 0'45 Record breaking attendance at Murrayfield 5'30 Scotland's depth issues 9'40 Changing the Scotland model 14'39 England's pace 17'49 Next round of fixtures
Warning: This episode contains discussion of disordered eating which some may find distressing. Sara is joined by World Cup winner Katy Daley-McLean and former Scotland fly-half Lisa Martin to talk all things Women's Six Nations. There is still plenty to discuss from the opening weekend after a big omission in the Wales matchday programme and Meg Jones' joining the post-match celebrations with fans at a Twickenham pub. Over 30,000 fans are expected at Murrayfield this weekend, which will be a record for a women's sporting event in Scotland, but how do the SRU capitalise on this moving forward? England and Scotland's injury lists continues to grow and we get our predictions for round two.There is also a powerful interview with Red Roses star Ellie Kildunne who opens up about her struggle with body dysmorphia. If you or anyone you know have been affected by any of the themes raised in this episode, help and support is available at BBC Action Line. URL - https://www.bbc.co.uk/actionline
Andrew Petrie and Tom English discuss Scotland's opening win in the Women's Six Nations against Wales at the Principality and preview a monumental game against England at Murrayfield with the veteran Scotland hooker Lana Skeldon and scrum-half Leia Brebner-Holden; both of them have tattoos and explain the reasoning behind them to Tom and Andy. Our presenters also answer audience questions, lookback on Glasgow's missed opportunity against Toulon and get a timely interruption relating to the injury situation at Glasgow Warriors. Can Glasgow put Toulon behind them and do well in the URC? Did the expectation get to them?
Greg's incredible Comic Relief challenge reaches an incredible and at Murrayfield, Edinburgh. 1000 Km, 3 countries and a massive sum of money raised for Comic Relief.
Absolute chaos in the Six Nations this week and we're here for it. Jim, Goodey and Producer Rob react to one of the wildest rounds the tournament has ever seen: Italy's historic first-ever win over England in Rome, piling the pressure on Steve Borthwick, Scotland producing a sensational 50-point performance to blow France away at Murrayfield, and Ireland grinding out a tough win over Wales in Dublin. The lads dig into what's gone wrong for England, how Scotland executed their gameplan to perfection, and look ahead to a massive final round with the title still in play. We get all the inside chat and reaction from pitchside at Murrayfield . Sign up to NordVPN by going to nordvpn.com/rugbypod to get a Huge Discount off your NordVPN Plan + 4 additional months free. It's completely risk-free with Nord's 30-day money-back guarantee Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
This week on Attacking Scrum, it's a Six Nations review with plenty to unpack — starting with an encouraging Welsh performance against Ireland national rugby union team. Despite the result, Wales showed real signs of progress. Alex Mann produced a remarkable, record-breaking tackle count in a huge defensive effort, while Rhys Carre delivered one of the tries of the championship with a stunning finish. Elsewhere in the Six Nations, history was made as Italy national rugby union team stunned England national rugby union team, raising serious questions for head coach Steve Borthwick. And in one of the games of the tournament, Scotland national rugby union team blew away title favourites France national rugby union team in a Murrayfield thriller. In this episode we discuss: Wales' progress against Ireland Alex Mann's extraordinary tackle performance Rhys Carre's sensational try Italy's historic win over England The pressure building on Steve Borthwick Scotland's stunning victory over France What it all means for the Six Nations title race The championship picture just changed — but what did we learn about Wales? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Former co-host Harry Jones re-joins Brett McKay on the new 8/9 Rugby this week, with the rugby world still in shock from events of the penultimate weekend of this year's Six Nations tournament. Scotland the Brave trounced many a Frenchman at Murrayfield. The rise of Italy spared no Englishman in Rome. Ireland's resurgence continued in Dublin. And it all sets up the most wonderful of Super Saturday finales this coming weekend. Plus Harry presents more famous poetry quotes than he ever did in four years within this parish! #rugby #rugbypodcast #89Rugby #internationalrugby #SixNations #Ireland #France #England #Scotland #Italy #Wales Find Harry on the Lekker Rugby Pod: https://www.youtube.com/@megafoonrugby Find us on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and wherever else you get your podcasts Social media: search for ‘8/9 Rugby' on Twitter, Bluesky, LinkedIn, and we're doing more on Instagram, too And please do check out and subscribe to 8/9 Rugby on Substack: https://89rugby.substack.com/ Find Brett on both Twitter and on BlueSky: @BMcSport Music: "Up Above" by Letter Box (via YouTube Creator Studio) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Scotland blew this year's Six Nations Championship wide open when they beat strong favourites France 50-40 at Murrayfield.Elsewhere, Ireland secured a bonus point win over Wales at the Aviva Stadium to keep their Triple Crown hopes alive, but did old issues rear their heads once again?Meanwhile, is Steve Borthwick's job as England manager in doubt after losing to Italy for the first time in Six Nations history?Paul Wallace and Off The Ball's Will O'Callaghan speak to Matt about the weekend's action.
Round four of the Six Nations did not disappoint! There was drama, shocks and a weekend for the underdogs - Ugo, Sam and John take a deep dive into a really unbelievable few days of rugby. They start with Scotland who overpowered and outperformed the defending champions at Murrayfield and ask what went right for Gregor Townsend's side. Attention then turns to matters in Rome…where England lost for the first time against Italy. Ugo was at the match and gives his thoughts 24 hours on… now that his heart rate has come down! The guys then look into where England lost the game and what happens to the future of this Steve Borthwick side going forward. And Sam is in bright spirits after Wales put on a spirited and positive display against Ireland in Dublin.And it's prediction time….
Chris Jones and Matt Dawson reflect on an extraordinary day in the Six Nations.England beaten 23-18 by Italy in Rome - England's third loss in a row, and first ever defeat to Italy. What's gone wrong since the Autumn Internationals and where does this leave Steve Borthwick?They're also joined by Johnnie Beattie who saw Scotland run riot against France, 50-40 at Murrayfield, which means Scotland, Ireland and France all have the chance to lift the trophy next Saturday. TIMECODES:00:13 - Greatest day in Six Nations history? 06:48 - Italy punish England 13:00 - Italy captain Michele Lamaro 17:12 - England head coach Steve Borthwick 20:39 - What next for England 32:01 - Chris, Matt and Johnnie Beattie reflect on Scotland's big win 43:45 - Gregor Townsend speaks to Sonja McLaughlan 50:06 - Super Saturday set up perfectly
En s'inclinant à Murrayfield (50-40), les Bleus, méconnaissables, ont dit adieu au Grand Chelem et ont concédé la plus large défaite de leur histoire face à l'Ecosse. C'est aussi la première fois sous Fabien Galthié que le XV de France encaisse 50 points. Est-ce la pire défaite de l'ère Galthié ? Le Tournoi peut-il encore être une réussite ? Crunch débriefe la déroute écossaise. Un podcast présenté par Léa Leostic avec Adrien Corée, Jean-François Paturaud et Alex Bardot.Hébergé par Ausha. Visitez ausha.co/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.
Rampant Scotland blow Six Nations campaign open with 50-40 win over France at Murrayfield
Welcome to Friday's Rugby, with Cameron Hill.Coming up, all you need to know ahead of Ireland's Six Nations clash with Wales tonight.Brian O'Driscoll presents: Ireland, or how I learned to stop worrying and love Transition.And a war of words between France and Scotland over the state of the Murrayfield changing room.Rugby on Off The Ball with Bank of Ireland | #NeverStopCompeting
Tom English and Andy Burke discuss the team Scotland head coach Gregor Townsend has picked to face France at Murrayfield in round four of the Six Nations. They also share audience comments on the selections. What's Townsend's strategy? Is he just rewarding form? Do Scotland really have a chance to beat France and blow the Championship wide open? Tom and Andy have you covered.
The Maul or Nothing Round 4 Preview Show is here — and the 2026 Six Nations title race is reaching boiling point.After England's heavy defeat to Ireland at Twickenham, Steve Borthwick has torn up his backline and made 12 changes ahead of the trip to Rome.Is this a necessary reset… or full panic stations inside England camp?We break down all the major team selections, tactical questions and storylines heading into one of the biggest weekends of the championship.
Steve Borthwick has made the most changes by an England head coach in the Six Nations era as he looks for a response after the big defeats to Scotland and Ireland. Ashy and Chris dissect his team for the trip to Rome, which sees 12 changes in total with nine players coming in and three positional changes. Seb Atkinson is back on the pod and one half of an all-new centre partnership. He tells us about his relationship with Fin Smith who he first started playing with in the Worcester academy aged 13, and what he hoping to achieve in his first start since the summer tour. Ashy and Chris also chat to the other Gregor at the heart of the Scotland team hoping to derail France's title charge this Saturday. Gregor Brown talks about their resurgence since that upset in Rome on the opening weekend, making Murrayfield a fortress and his journey from singing the anthem in the stands as a fan to a player.
The lads take a look at where the championship stands after three rounds and ask the big questions. Are France operating on a different level, and how do Scotland stop their transition game at Murrayfield? Is England's discipline and defence about to cost them in Rome, and could Italy finally make history? We get into the numbers around England's 22 efficiency, missed tackles out wide, scrum battles and turnover issues, plus what tactical tweaks could change the picture. And we're joined by Italy fly half Paolo Garbisi. He talks Quesada's influence, the shift in mentality, Italy's dominant scrum, and what they're targeting against England this weekend. And after that huge win at Twickenham, have Ireland flipped the narrative of their tournament and will they back it up against an improving Wales? Sign up to NordVPN by going to nordvpn.com/rugbypod to get a Huge Discount off your NordVPN Plan + 4 additional months free. It's completely risk-free with Nord's 30-day money-back guarantee Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Tom English and Andy Burke answer listener questions and preview Scotland's next Six Nations game against France with former Scotland number eight Johnnie Beattie. What should Scotland's game plan be against the seemingly unbeatable France? Is facing Scotland at Murrayfield really the biggest challenge to a French Grand Slam? Should we be concerned about Scotland's line out? Tom, Andy and Johnnie have you covered.
Scottish commentator Jamie Lyall joins Brett McKay on 8/9 Rugby this week, as the rugby world readies itself for the penultimate round of this year's Six Nations tournament. And don't Scotland have an opportunity this weekend? One win behind France in the standings, they host Les Bleus at Murrayfield on Saturday in a match that has significant implications for both sides and the tournament itself. Find us on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and wherever else you get your podcasts Social media: search for ‘8/9 Rugby' on Twitter, Bluesky, LinkedIn, and we're doing more on Instagram, too And please do check out and subscribe to 8/9 Rugby on Substack: https://89rugby.substack.com/ Find Brett on both Twitter and on BlueSky: @BMcSport Music: "Up Above" by Letter Box (via YouTube Creator Studio) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
On Monday's Rugby Daily, David Wilson brings you news of injuries in the Six Nations, damage to the trophy and how safe is the game?Ireland ramp up preparations for a huge Six Nations clash with Wales in Dublin, with Bundee Aki, Robbie Henshaw, and Jimmy O'Brien called into the squad while Harry Byrne misses out through concussion.Wales suffer further injury setbacks, with fly-half Sam Costelow ruled out and uncapped forward Ryan Woodman drafted in as they chase a first Six Nations win in 15 games.Alan Quinlan shares his insight on Off The Ball Breakfast, discussing Ireland's possible team selection and key decisions ahead of Friday night's Aviva Stadium showdown.Scotland boosted by the potential early return of Jack Dempsey ahead of their crucial top-of-the-table clash with France at Murrayfield.England sweat over Ollie Lawrence's fitness for their trip to Rome, with Tommy Freeman and Henry Slade among the options to fill the midfield gap.The Six Nations trophy is retired from ceremonial use after fire damage during transit, with a replacement commissioned and an identical stand-in to be used for the remainder of the championship.Former England captain Lewis Moody opens up on his Motor Neurone Disease diagnosis in a powerful new documentary, raising fresh questions about player welfare and rugby's long-term risks.Become a member and sign up at offtheball.com/join
Ep. 177: Le plus dur reste à faire - bilan France vs Italie - 6 Nations 2026Les Bleus ont fait l'essentiel en battant sans (trop) frémir des italiens moins saignants qu'attendu. Il se sont ainsi donné le droit de rêver au grand chelem qui passera d'abord par un sacré défi à Murrayfield : ce sera l'heure des braves !A Twickenham, on attendait les anglais en mode bulldozer pour se faire pardonner de leur piètre performance en Ecosse, mais les Irlandais étaient d'un autre avis ! Survoltés et revenus à leurs meilleures années ils ont littéralement renversé un XV de la Rose totalement apathique et à côté de la plaque, s'offrant ainsi un vrai match référence, le premier depuis longtemps.Enfin les gallois, rêvant de se réconcilier avec leur public lui ont offert 50 minutes comme dans un rêve. Les diables rouges tenaient leur victoire mais une nouvelle facétie de Finn Russel et le poison du doute ont eu raison de la belle histoire de ce samedi à Cardiff. Finalement perdants, ils ont prouvé à la planète rugby qu'ils n'avaient pas encore renoncé et ils se sont peut-être et surtout réconciliés avec eux-mêmes !Rejoignez-nous pour les analyses des matchs, un preview du match France - Ecosse et des autres matchs des 6 nations, un moment U20 et des news Rugby Europe Championship.Bon mercredi avec le packVoici l'autre podcast de TK --> L'Année Sobre, un an sans alcool ! https://podcast.ausha.co/l-annee-sobreNotre instagram: Packdepotes_podcastmusique par Manu RodierArt grâce à Albane BorelHébergé par Ausha. Visitez ausha.co/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.
Frankryk het in die Stade Pierre-Mauroy in Lille ʼn 33-8-bonuspuntoorwinning oor Italië behaal en is ʼn stap nader aan ʼn Sesnasies Grand Slam en agtereenvolgende titels. Les Bleus het vyf drieë gedruk teenoor die een van Italië. Frankryk reis na Edinburgh om Saterdag, 7 Maart, teen Skotland kragte te meet. ʼn Bonuspunt-oorwinning op Murrayfield sal die titel vir Fabien Galthie se span beklink. Frankryk se verdedigingsafrigter, Shaun Edwards, sê dit was ʼn taai wedstryd:
THE RUGBY ODDS — Season 6, Episode 18
A lot of rugby to get through this week. Some great, some good, some very indifferent! England travelled to Murrayfield with expectation but were thumped by a rampant Scotland. We chat through what went wrong and why Scotland seem to be a bogey team. Meanwhile as Ireland narrowly beat Italy courtesy of a TMO decision, Wales were comprehensively beaten by a French side brimming with confidence. Ed talks about his Cardiff experience and the worrying signs for the WRU.On the domestic front, Ellie Kildunne could do nothing to stop Gloucester Hartpury win another game, with Sisilia Tuipulotu and Maud Muir scoring two barnstorming tries. Unfortunately, Gloucester's men were humbled down at Exeter with an embarrassing 48-14 defeat, with the Chiefs scoring 34 unanswered points in the second half.Ed PriceJim HarleyCherry Jam is proud to be sponsored by PGT LLP
Welcome to Wednesday's Rugby Daily, with Cameron Hill.Coming up today, Sexton runs the rule over Jack Crowley's impact off the bench against Italy,Will Greenwood on what went wrong for England at Murrayfield,And the search for the next head coach of the All Blacks is now a two-horse race. Rugby on Off The Ball with Bank of Ireland | #NeverStopCompeting
Ep. 176: La victoire en chantant - Pays de Galles vs France - 6 Nations 2026A Cardiff, notre XV de France a donné le La et le tournis aux Gallois, dans un match à sens unique. Face à des diables rouges dépassés et très faibles collectivement, les Bleus ont enfilé les essais comme des perles. Ils peuvent attaquer une deuxième partie de tournoi des 6 Nations plus corsée avec une confiance au beau fixe !Il en faudra car les italiens, bien que défaits in extremis en Irlande, ont montré un visage très séduisant et des qualités dans le combat qu'il faudra dominer pour poursuivre la même chanson !Mais le tube du WE était clairement le Flower of Scotland ! Attendus au tournant après leur débâcle italienne et promis aux gémonies en cas de défaite, les écossais ont pris les anglais à la gorge et ne les ont jamais lâchés. Dans un match de rêve, ils ont renversé la table des pronostics et ont mérité de partager leur joie avec le peuple de Murrayfield qui n'en demandait pas tant !!Encore un peu de U20, Top 14 et Rugby Europe Championship en bonus;Bon mercredi avec le pack !Voici l'autre podcast de TK --> L'Année Sobre, un an sans alcool ! https://podcast.ausha.co/l-annee-sobreNotre instagram: Packdepotes_podcastmusique par Manu RodierArt grâce à Albane BorelHébergé par Ausha. Visitez ausha.co/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.
Scotland lit up Murrayfield to snap England's 12-game winning streak, with Finn Russell pulling the strings and exposing some questions around England's defence and decision-making under pressure. All the lads were at the game and give us all the behind-the-scenes details in the build-up and post-game. Italy proved Rassie Erasmus might have been right, pushing Ireland to the brink and showing they're no longer just participants but genuine contenders, while Ireland's scrum issues come under the microscope ahead of a huge clash with England. And France continue to look like a runaway train, running in eight tries to dismantle Wales. The lads break down all the big moments, the controversies, and what it means for the rest of the Six Nations, so settle back, enjoy, and make sure you're subscribed on Spotify. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Ugo, Ashy and a very happy John Barclay review round two of the Six Nations after Scotland regained the Calcutta Cup. Is a first triple crown since 2010 now on the cards? Did Scotland's gameplan expose England's weaknesses? Should it have been Marcus Smith on the bench at Murrayfield? And is his namesake Fin getting enough Test minutes? France flex their muscles in Cardiff as they put 50 on Wales, can anyone stop the defending champions from winning another title? But why are Wales still struggling defensively under Steve Tandy? Ireland's fly-half debate rumbles on, will it be Sam Prendergast or Jack Crowley lining up at Twickenham? And what is the biggest obstacle preventing Italy from being in the title hunt one day?
We're two weeks into the Six Nations and only France remain on track for a Grand Slam after a thrilling win for Scotland over England at Murrayfield!Alan, Gavin and Charles unpack Saturday's clash in Edinburgh which saw England's 12-match winning streak halted.There's criticism for Henry Arundell who was given a red card for two yellow card incidents - will we see him again? Could Borthwick have used his bench better? And Charles defends George Ford for his failed drop-goal attempt which saw Scotland go up the other end and score.As for Gregor Townsend, how much does that win ease the pressure on him, and is it vital he backs it up with another big win this tournament?Plus we discuss a nervy win for Ireland ahead of their trip to Twickenham, and whether anyone can realistically stop France who blew Wales away. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Rob Jones is joined by Jacqui Oatley, Jonathan Northcroft and Julien Laurens to reflect on the weekend's sporting action.We kick off with Newcastle's 3-1 win over Aston Villa in the FA Cup. Is Jonathan harsh to suggest the refereeing decisions in this game were some of the worst you'll see? Next to Murrayfield, where a rejuvenated Scotland swept England aside with a 31-20 Calcutta Cup win, leaving any grand slam hopes for Steve Borthwick's side gone.Also, we look at Manchester City's 2–0 win over Salford, and we assess Phil Foden's performance, considering whether he's done enough to secure his place in the World Cup squad this summer.Then, Nottingham Forest: four managers in one season. We unpack Marinakis' trigger-happy approach and the chaos of constantly changing managerial styles.Finally, Mansfield's memorable night at Turf Moor, coming from behind to defeat Burnley. We examine Scott Parker's controversial team changes and discuss what this result means for the Burnley manager moving forward.Sunday Supplement is a Sky Sports podcast. Listen to every episode here: skysports.com/sunday-supplementYou can listen to Sunday Supplement on your smart speaker by asking it to "play Sunday Supplement".For all the latest football news, head to skysports.com/footballFor advertising opportunities or to get in touch email: skysportspodcasts@sky.uk
Scotland serve up a Six Nations classic as they hammer England and scatter grand slam dreams all over Murrayfield. Ben Youngs, Dan Cole and Anthony Watson break down the whole game, while Scotland fans and players are surely still celebrating another Calcutta Cup victory.
Chris is alongside Matt Dawson and Johnnie Beattie as Scotland regain the Calcutta Cup, beating England 31-20 at Murrayfield! The guys reflect on a comprehensive win for Scotland, before hearing from proud Scotland captain, Sione Tuipulotu. They discuss how the squad stepped up for Gregor Townsend in a week where their head coach came under a lot of fire. Then, we hear from England head coach Steve Borthwick, speaking after a 5th Calcutta Cup loss in 6 years. How significant was Arundell's red card to the final result, and where else was the match lost for England? Finally, after hearing from Gregor Townsend, the guys discuss whether Scotland can back this up next week and beyond. TIMECODES: 0'55 - Match reflections, "Scotland were comprehensive winners!" & the strategic differences between Borthwick & Townsend 06'45 - What Scotland did well, and how the big moments went in their favour 08'45 - Interview with Scotland captain, Sione Tuipulotu 10'10 - How the Scotland squad "did it for Gregor", & embracing the arrogance 17'32 - Interview with England head coach, Steve Borthwick 20'34 - Arundell's red & where it was lost for England 32'16 - Interview with Scotland head coach, Gregor Townsend 35'58 - Can Scotland back this up?
Scotland stun England 31-20 at Murrayfield to regain Calcutta Cup
What a week we've had here on The Sports Agents, from penis-gate, to Winter Olympics heartbreak and Premier League managers getting sacked.This weekend sees Scotland host the Auld enemy at Murrayfield as they take on England for the Calcutta Cup.Love might not be in the air north of the border, but there were remnants in the studio - as Gabby welcomed her husband and former Scottish winger Kenny Logan onto the show.England's Six Nations title charge, mounting pressure on Scotland head coach Gregor Townsend, and what does Valentine's Day look like in the Logan household?
Sara channels her inner Sue Barker to host Rugby Union Weekly's first ever Calcutta Cup quiz. And we have two worthy contestants going head-to-head with a combined 15 appearances in this famous fixture between them. John Barclay is back on the pod to represent Scotland, and he takes on our very own Danny Care who is looking for another England victory over the Auld Enemy. Who will lead their team to victory and lay down a marker ahead of Saturday's showdown at Murrayfield? How many try scorers they can name? Who is taller Martin Johnson or Jim Hamilton? Do they even know how many handles are on the trophy?
Welcome to Thursday's Rugby Daily, with Cameron Hill. Coming up, Ireland ring the changes with a number of big names dropped for Saturday's game against Italy. Mirco Bergamasco gives the Azzurri perspective on the weekend's action in Dublin, And Scotland head coach Gregor Townsend under massive scrutiny ahead of their clash with England at Murrayfield. Rugby on Off The Ball with Bank of Ireland | #NeverStopCompeting
Tom English and Andy Burke discuss what they like and dislike about Scotland head coach Gregor Townsend's selections for the upcoming Calcutta Cup match against England. Has Kyle Rowe been overlooked? Why can't Blair Kinghorn get into the 23 for Scotland? Can Scotland overcome an on form England team in the hostile atmosphere of Murrayfield? Will Adam Hastings actually come off the bench? And what does it say about Scottish rugby when Scotland's starting team don't have an Edinburgh player? Tom and Andy have you covered.
Ugo and Chris are inside the England camp with in-form fly-half George Ford and history buff Joe Heyes ahead of this weekend's Calcutta Cup showdown at Murrayfield. We hear all about Ford's love of Pilates and how it's helping improve his game. He also breaks down his crossfield kick to Henry Arundell at the weekend and explains how his rugby league education is still paying dividends at Test level. Heyes talks passionately about the art of scrummaging and what he would like to see instead of in-play adverts when he is packing down. Ugo and Chris also dissect some of Borthwick's key selection calls ahead of the trip to Edinburgh with Marcus Smith dropping out of the 23. How does Borthwick plan to cover 15 without the Quins playmaker in his squad?
The opening weekend of the Six Nations delivered shock results, dominant performances and early pressure across the Championship - and we've got all of the fallout here for you as well as a big preview to this weekend's fixtures..Former England winger Topsy Ojo and Alfie Reynolds delve into Scotland's stunning defeat to Italy whch puts Gregor Townsend firmly under the spotlight - They discuss whether he has a future as the Scotland head coach at the end of the Championships as well as disecting England's dominant display against a shockingly poor Welsh side and France's easy win over IrelandThe boys also discuss Andy Farrell's response to claims that a gap is growing between Ireland and the rest and look ahead to what will certainly be a defining weekend in the Championship with a huge Calcutta Cup at Murrayfield.Punchy, opinionated and straight to the point — essential listening for Six Nations fans.Producer: Daniel Kane & Romario Webster Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
It's Calcutta Cup week! Payno, Hask & Mike Brown preview England's trip to Murrayfield and ask if Gregor Townsend get a response out of his team. They dissect England's business-like win over Wales, praise Italy's resurgence, and debate if Ireland can bounce back. Plus, Round 2 predictions. 00:00
The next stop on the Nations Pod Guide is Edinburgh. GRO teaches Chris and Tom a Max Boyce classic and explains why the trip to the Scottish capital is so special for Wales fans. After initially declaring he doesn't have much to say about the city, Tom tells us about his favourite pubs and praises the commitment of the Scottish rugby fans despite the lack of success in the Six Nations era. The guys also talk Bill McLaren, Flower of Scotland and recall some of their standout moments at Murrayfield down the years. You'll also find out why the commentary position presents plenty of challenges for broadcasters.