Twickenham hosts Barbarians v Wales double header

The Barbarians and Wales share a long and proud history stretching back to their first meeting in
1915, with many Welsh greats having pulled on the famous black and white hoops of the Barbarians
and fixtures between the two sides having always captured the imagination of rugby fans.

The match gives supporters the opportunity to gather together for an end of season Summer festival
of rugby, showcasing the very best of the men’s and women’s game.

John Spencer, President of Barbarian F.C. commented, “Barbarians fixtures excite supporters like no
other and being able to announce a double header encounter will only amplify that excitement.”
“Our men’s and women’s teams will be centre stage in a landmark day of rugby in London as we take
on a true rugby nation, twice in one day - Wales. The day will be a prime example of what Barbarians
F.C. stand for – flair, passion and the global spirit of the game.”

“This fixture will mark another chapter in our history. I'm excited to see the squads announced and
we can’t wait to deliver a showcase of rugby that reflects the best of this great club."
Fiona Stockley, Barbarians Women's Lead and Committee Member remarked, "The Club is delighted
to welcome the Welsh Women's squad to the Allianz Stadium for a repeat of our double header
fixture in 2019 at Principality Stadium; we see this second fixture as a measure of the rich history
between the Barbarians Club and Welsh Rugby";

The Barbarians spirit in every team assembled is all about flair, skill, and camaraderie, and we
expect a truly entertaining brand of rugby from a rich squad of players. You can expect to see stars
of both the global stage and the English PWR league in our women’s fixture, following on from anincredibly successful RWC 2025, which has increased visibility and participation levels for women
and girls Wales will use the away match in London as an important part of their preparations for the inaugural
Nations Championship when they will face Southern Hemisphere rivals Fiji, Argentina and South
Africa in consecutive weeks in July.

Wales Men’s Head Coach Steve Tandy said: “Playing against the Barbarians is always a very special
occasion. They play with freedom and creativity and bring together some of the best players in the
world. This is a game that will be an important part of our preparation as we gear up for the Nations
Championship and I’m sure it will offer up some exciting action for fans.”
Sean Lynn, Wales Women’s Head Coach, said: “The Baabaas are a key part of rugby’s culture and
history and have the ability to attract world class talent and we are delighted to have the
opportunity to play them at the home of rugby.”