British and Irish Lions and England star Mako Vunipola talks about the latest signings at PREM Rugby as he joins Leicester Tigers, who have announced two more signings, while Harlequins add to their forward line. Check out our latest transfer news and rumours: Mako Vunipola makes a PREM comeback with Leicester Tigers Mako Vunipola will … Read more
Nicky Butt and Kevin Nolan reckon their relegated Newcastle side were a “better” side than current Tottenham Hotspur. OK? The first Toon couple was there ‘The good, the bad and the football’ podcast where they reminisced about the Magpies’ relegation in 2008/09. During that time, Newcastle waved their respectable manager; he chose a relic that … Read more
Anthony Elanga and Yoane Wissa booked their place in the World Cup with victories in their play-offs. Anthony Elanga of Sweden celebrates Poland’s victory. Inside: Yoane Wissa’s DR Congo beat Jamaica Newcastle United stars Anthony Elanga and Yoane Wissa are celebrating World Cup qualification this morning after their countries reached this summer’s finals in Canada, … Read more
Eddie Hearn believes Henry Pollock can “revolutionize” rugby as the most successful promoter predicts stardom is imminent. Although Hearn is famous for his promotional work in boxing, snooker and darts, he is now taking his first step into rugby union after years of rejecting rugby league developments. This, after he signed England and Northampton Saints … Read more
Ten-man Italy missed out on a third World Cup after losing their penalty shootout to Bosnia and Herzegovina. Having failed to reach Russia 2018 and Qatar 2022, Italy are the first former champions to miss out on three consecutive World Cups. Newcastle’s Sandro Tonali was the only player to score from the spot for the … Read more
On the surface, it seems very simple. Carrick followed Fletcher’s lead in bringing down Amorim’s three at the back, pushed striker Bruno Fernandes forward, recalled Kobbie Mainoo to play with Casemiro and stayed in it. In his 10 games in charge, Carrick has made just six changes to his starting line-up. Two of them were … Read more
Scott Robertson’s treatment of Blues flanker Dalton Papali’i directly resulted in the full-back’s decision to leave New Zealand and sign for Castres, according to a report. Once tipped to captain the All Blacks, fullback Papali’i has retired from international duty this season as the Blues icon will pack his bags for the Top 14 club … Read more
Tthe chance for him to play in the game would have been long. The touring British & Irish Lions who play the full 80 minutes in the midweek game before the first Test can often think they are not in the big leagues at the weekend. But then Wales’ Liam Williams always did things a … Read more
Raymond Poulidor was the French symbol of great failure. “Poupou” passed the “Eternal Second”, the favorite three times in the Tour de France after Jacques Anquetil, Felice Gimondi and Eddy Merckx. For a while, Clermont Auvergne was them A rugby player. In 2010, they prepared for their 11th final – and they have seen many … Read more
The Magpies have shown their commitment to not letting go in the transfer window as one of their top talent producers takes his place at Wembley. Japan’s Daichi Kamada, Elliot Anderson (R) and England’s Kobbie Mainoo compete for the ball during a friendly at Wembley. Newcastle United legend Mick Tait was an interested spectator at … Read more