South Africa sack Allister Coetzee after two years of struggle

Springboks part company with 54-year-old coach Coetzee’s contract ran until and including 2019 World CupSouth Africa have sacked coach Allister Coetzee after a difficult couple of years in charge. The 54-year-old becomes the first Springboks coach to be dismissed while still under contract since Rudolf Straeuli following the 2003 World Cup. Related: Rugby and the rainbow nation: can 2023 World Cup heal South Africa's wounds? Continue reading...