Top 14

From refusal to rugby stardom: The journey of Nicolás Martins

One of Portugal's stars at last year's World Cup has recently signed for Montpellier and is set to feature for Os Lobos against Namibia and South Africa this summer.
9 July 2024

Joey Carbery makes Bordeaux switch

Bordeaux have announced the signing of Ireland international Joey Carbery ahead of the 2024/25 season.
5 July 2024

Toulon to appeal against fine imposed by LNR

French Top 14 team Toulon announced on Tuesday their decision to appeal a €500,000 fine imposed by the National Rugby League for failing to maintain transparency and cooperation during the 2022/23 season.
3 July 2024

France hooker Peato Mauvaka signs new Toulouse deal

Toulouse have confirmed that France international Peato Mauvaka has signed a contract extension with the Top 14 club.
29 June 2024

England flanker Lewis Ludlam joins Toulon

Toulon have announced the signing of England flanker Lewis Ludlam ahead of the 2024/25 season.
24 June 2024

Sean Dougall Exclusive: ‘Back to basics’ for Ireland, perspective in France, the Top 14 and La Rochelle

La Rochelle’s contact skills coach and former Munster forward chats to TRU’s Ciara Fearn about all things Ireland, France, Ronan O’Gara and the Top 14.
8 March 2024

Rugby Rumours: Lawes' French Pull, Eagles' New Bok, Tuilagi's Move, Addison Returns

Lawes' French Pull, Eagles' New Bok, Tuilagi's Move, Addison Returns
15 February 2024

Harry Spencer Interview: Why collective thinking in France is helping attract some of rugby's biggest names

With Stuart Lancaster revealing Racing 92 have been in touch with Owen Farrell and Kyle Sinckler rumoured to moving to Toulon, what makes crossing the Channel so appealing?
18 January 2024

Stuart Lancaster confirms Racing 92's interest in Owen Farrell

Racing 92 acknowledges discussions about bringing Owen Farrell from Saracens to the team, but emphasizes that no formal agreement has been reached.
15 January 2024

Jacob Umaga signs contract extension with Benetton

England fly-half Jacob Umaga has signed a contract extension with Benetton Rugby until June 2026.
4 January 2024

French clubs Toulouse and Toulon fined over Cheslin Kolbe transfer

French clubs Toulouse and Toulon have been fined by the by the French national league for a lack of financial transparency regarding the transfer of World Cup winning Springbok star Cheslin Kolbe.
28 December 2023

Pedro Bettencourt: Top 14 vs Premiership, backing Arundell's decision and why the rugby calendar needs to aid Tier 2 Nations

Exclusive: One of Portugal's stars of the World Cup chats to Francisco Isaac about why the Top 14 has the edge over the Premiership, his thoughts on Henry Arundell staying in France and why rugby can do more to protect players from Tier 2 Nations.
19 December 2023

Jack Singleton reported to join Toulon as a medical joker

Gloucester hooker Jack Singleton is set to become the latest England international to head to France according to reports.
28 November 2023

Scotland international Blair Kinghorn to make Toulouse switch

Scotland fullback Blair Kinghorn is set to make a switch from Edinburgh to French club Toulouse in December.
24 November 2023

Montpellier sack Richard Cockerill from sports manager role

Montpellier has announced the sacking of former England assistant coach Richard Cockerill with immediate effect.
22 November 2023

South Africa captain Siya Kolisi excited about Racing 92 debut

South Africa captain Siya Kolisi said he is excited about the prospect of making debut for the French club Racing 92.
20 November 2023

French fullback Melvyn Jaminet makes Toulon switch

France fullback Melvyn Jaminet will be making a switch from Top 14 champions Toulouse to rivals Toulon.
17 November 2023

Samoa skipper Michael Ala'alatoa to make Clermont switch

Clermont Auvergne are set to secure the services of Samoa skipper Michael Ala'alatoa ahead of the 2024/25 season.
1 November 2023

Wales prop WillGriff John joins Racing 92 as World Cup joker

Racing 92 have confirmed the signing of Wales prop WillGriff John as a cover during the upcoming Rugby World Cup in France.
23 July 2023

Noah Lolesio signs short-term 'joker' deal with Toulon

Brumbies have confirmed that Wallabies fly-half Noah Lolesio has joined French club Toulon following a short-term 'joker' deal.
21 July 2023