Lopez helps France to edge Scotland after tight encounter in Paris
9 years ago by Rugby DumpFrance edged Scotland 22-16 in a tense Six Nations clash on Sunday. Camille Lopez kicked two late penalties to deny Scotland their first win in Paris since 1999. Scores were tied with ten minutes left,...
Gloucester to assess Laidlaw
9 years ago by Sky Sports RugbyScotland captain Greig Laidlaw has returned to Gloucester to undergo further assessment after injuring his ankle against France.
Scotland squad update after loss to France
9 years ago by Scotland RugbyThe Scotland medical team issued the following squad update after yesterday's 22-16 loss to France in Paris: Captain and scrum-half Greig Laidlaw injured his ankle in the 24th minute. As an exile...
6 Nations - Team of the Weekend
9 years ago by Ultimate Rugby1. Joe Marler The England loose head performed admirably against Francis and left his mark on Jones in the 2nd half. He was dominant in loose play making 16/16 tackles and used his large frame to...
France 22-16 Scotland: Finn Russell fluffed kick because of nerves - Doddie Weir
9 years ago by BBC Rugby NewsFinn Russell's fluffed conversion in Sunday's defeat by France was probably down to the team's nervousness, suggests Doddie Weir.
Six Nations setting higher standards by keeping up with the Joneses | Andy Bull
9 years ago by The GuardianAs England have raised their standards to those of the southern hemisphere teams, so Wales, Ireland, France and Scotland have lifted their games and the tournament has benefited as a resultLate on Saturday...
Noves sees positives in disjointed victory
9 years ago by Rugby 365REACTION: Guy Noves insisted France's error-riddled Six Nations victory over Scotland was not a step backwards.
Tryfest in Rome as Ireland run riot against Italy
9 years ago by Rugby DumpCJ Stander and Craig Gilroy scored hat-tricks as Ireland thumped Italy 63-10 to claim a bonus point and give them a boost in confidence following last week's loss to Scotland. Paddy Jackson had a 100%...
Uncertainty remains in SA rugby
9 years ago by SA RugbyThe Springboks are once again facing the prospect of being under-prepared for the June series against France, writes CRAIG LEWIS.
