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'Big gap between England and top teams' - Steve Borthwick after defeat to France

England head coach Steve Borthwick admitted that he was incredibly disappointed following his side's record defeat against France in the fourth round of the Six Nations tournament at Twickenham Stadium on Saturday.
12 March 2023

France dominate dismal England 10-53 in Six Nations whitewash

It was a difficult day at Twickenham in the Guinness Six Nations as France ran riot against England, picking up a record 10-53 victory at the home of English rugby and leaving Steve Borthwick plenty of questions to ask ahead of Ireland next weekend in Dublin.
11 March 2023

‘I pick players for the strengths they bring’ – Borthwick backs Smith selection for France

After selecting Marcus Smith over his captain, Owen Farrell, to start against France this weekend in the Guinness Six Nations, Steve Borthwick spoke about selection and picking the correct players for the correct opponents.
9 March 2023

Marcus Smith returns to England squad ahead of France clash

England head coach Steve Borthwick has recalled Harlequins fly-half Marcus Smith in the squad ahead of the fourth round of the Six Nations clash against France.
6 March 2023

France prop Mohamed Haouas to miss remainder of Six Nations

France prop Mohamed Haouas has been handed a four-week ban following his red card incident in the recently concluded Six Nations game against Scotland in Paris last weekend.
2 March 2023

Borthwick explains Smith omission as Matson and Care believe future is bright for fly-half

While it may well be a fallow week in the Guinness Six Nations, Steve Borthwick’s omission of Marcus Smith from a three-day training camp at Brighton College has certainly caused some commotion.
28 February 2023

Match Centre: France 32-21 Scotland

France restored their hope of defending Six Nations title as they defeated Scotland 32-21 in the third round in Paris on Sunday.
27 February 2023

Insight into “freakish athlete” Zander Fagerson who is getting better and better

Gary Strain, a specialist skills coach with Scottish Rugby, speaks about the development of Zander Fagerson as Gregor Townsend's side aim to upset the odds and go three from three in Paris.
26 February 2023

Fabien Galthie expects game against Scotland to be a 'spectacle'

France head coach Fabien Galthie is expecting a stiff contest against an in-form Scotland side as the two teams lock horns with each other in the third round in Paris on Sunday.
25 February 2023

France prop Uini Atonio suspended for three games

France prop Uini Atonio has been handed a three-game suspension following his yellow card incident during the recently concluded Six Nations game against Ireland in Dublin.
15 February 2023

An early glance at the Rugby World Cup 2023

The world of sports is abuzz with anticipation for the upcoming Rugby World Cup 2023.
14 February 2023

France prop Uini Atonio cited for high tackle

France prop Uini Atonio will face an independent disciplinary hearing on Wednesday following his yellow card incident during the recently concluded Six Nations game against Ireland in Dublin.
13 February 2023

Match Centre: Ireland 32-19 France

Ireland justified their number one ranking as they went on to defeat France 32-19 in the second round of the Six Nations tournament in Dublin on Saturday.
11 February 2023

Ireland make one change for game against France

Ireland have made one forced change for the second round Six Nations clash against France to be played at Aviva Stadium on Saturday.
9 February 2023

Match Centre: Six Nations - Italy 24-29 France

Matthieu Jalibert's late try proved to be the difference as France overcame a stubborn Italy with a 29-24 margin in the opening round of the Six Nations tournament at Stadio Olimpico on Sunday.
6 February 2023

Harry Spencer Interview: Why the RFU's decision to focus on the tackle height changes in France is puzzling

As the debate surrounding the controversial tackle laws continues, TRU heard from Harry Spencer, who coaches SC Bernay on the lower rungs of the French rugby ladder, about the study in France which has influenced the RFU’s decision.
31 January 2023

Yacouba Camara withdrawn from France's Six Nations squad

France head coach Fabien Galthie has made changes to the 42-man squad ahead of the Six Nations opener against Italy on Sunday.
30 January 2023

Bernard Laporte resigns from FFR president role after corruption conviction

The French Rugby Federation has confirmed that Bernard Laporte has resigned from his role as president of the board.
27 January 2023

France name eight uncapped players in Six Nations squad

France head coach Fabien Galthie has named eight uncapped players in the squad for the upcoming Six Nations tournament.
18 January 2023

French Rugby Federation head Bernard Laporte handed fine and two-year suspended prison sentence

Head of the French Rugby Federation and World Rugby vice chairman Bernard Laporte has been found guilty in a trial over influence peddling and illegally acquiring assets.
13 December 2022