Toulon's Mermoz out, Halfpenny fit
1 decade ago by Super Sport.comToulon centre Maxime Mermoz has been ruled out of their European Rugby Champions Cup semifinal clash against Leinster in Marseille's Velodrome Stadium this weekend, while fullback Leigh Halpenny has...
We haven’t gelled yet but we’re 80 minutes away from a good season – Jimmy Gopperth
1 decade ago by Irish IndependentJimmy Gopperth’s will end his final season with Leinster trophyless if they succumb to defeat in the south of France this Sunday.
All Black Slade signs with French rugby
1 decade ago by TheRoar.com.auAll Blacks five-eighth Colin Slade has signed a three-year contract with Pau, who have just won promotion to France’s premier rugby union competition, the Top 14. Slade, 27, is considered the fourth-choice...
Relive Leinster's last European Cup semi-final win
1 decade agoAfter winning the European Cup the previous year Leinster travelled to Bordeaux to take on Clermont Auvergne looking to make it to back to back finals. In what was a tight game Leinster were able...
Slade: I'm committed, till I leave
1 decade ago by Rugby 365All Black and Crusaders back Colin Slade said he "remains committed" to New Zealand, until he leaves for France later this year. Slade confirmed that he has signed a three-year contract with the Section...
Pau secure Slade signature
1 decade ago by Sky Sports RugbyFly-half Colin Slade has become the latest New Zealand player to leave for France, having signed for newly-promoted Pau.
Halfpenny doubtful for Cup game
1 decade ago by BBC Rugby NewsWales full-back Leigh Halfpenny is doubtful for Toulon's European Cup semi-final against Leinster on Sunday, 19 April after being forced off with a shoulder injury in his comeback game. He appeared...
Rugby union: talking points from the weekend’s Premiership action
1 decade ago by The GuardianSaracens have hit form at the right time, Sam Burgess is still in limbo and Gloucester have the chance to end Quins’ Champions Cup ambitionsSaracens have hit form at the point in the season when tournaments...
Monday Round-Up
1 decade agoHalfpenny a doubt for semi: Toulon fullback Leigh Halfpenny is a doubt for Sunday's crucial semi-final game against Leinster. The Welsh international injured his shoulder while playing for Toulon in their...
Clermont content to lose odd battle in ruthless pursuit of European prize
1 decade ago by The TimesA week before their European Champions Cup semi-final showdown in France, Saracens stretched their unbeaten run to seven games and Clermont-Auvergne lost at home. Their comparable record is three wins,...
