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Champions Cup: Stars of Round One

The first round of the Champions Cup brought showcased talent from all over Europe. Here are seven players who caught the eyeSlotting back in: In his first game of this season, Owen Farrell played heroicallyChampions Cup rugby was back with a bang this past weekend and though it was tinged with huge sorrow at …Continue reading »

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Is Toulon for sale?

The club have been tight-lipped on the subject, but Toulon president Mourad Boudjellal still seems to be taking steps towards selling the club.Trophy hunter: Mourad Boudjellal has brought huge success to Toulon. (Photo: Getty Images)Toulon took to Twitter on Monday afternoon to officially deny a report in Midi Olympique that they were courting Glasgow …Continue reading »

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Analysis: Glasgow Warriors out-think and overpower Leicester Tigers

A fine win for Glasgow Warriors over their Premiership opponents was defined as they scored two tries while reduced to 14 men. Italian stallion: Leonard Sarto on the gallop for Glasgow WarriorsOn-field action was comprehensively overshadowed by the gut-wrenching loss of Anthony Foley, but an entertaining opening round of European Champions …Continue reading »

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Saints and Sinners: the weekend’s talking points

The sudden and extremely sad death of Munster coach Anthony Foley cast the darkest of shadows over the opening weekend of the European Champions Cup and Challenge Cup. His loss is felt in his home province and across all the nations – but the highs and lows of the weekend’s on-field action still deserve to be acknowledged.Top clash finish: Sean Maitland about to touch down under pressure. (Photo: Getty Images)The Saints Sean Maitland and Saracens Only a top-class finisher can touch down a try when the combined power of …Continue reading »

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