All Things Rugby

20/10/2026

"We are ready to join EPCR next year."

Spanish Rugby Federation president Juan Carlos Martín Sánchez told The Times that Spain wants a professional side in the European Challenge Cup before pushing for a place in the URC. No entry has been approved yet.

Should Spain have a club in Europe's top competitions, and could the Six Nations be next? Let us know below 👇

20/10/2026

"We're not a Mickey Mouse team." Stade Français head coach Paul Gustard didn't hold back after his side lost 56-20 to the Bulls at Loftus Versfeld in round 1 of the Investec Champions Cup.

Conceding 50 points was hurtful, he said, and he wants a response from his players. Can Stade Français bounce back in round 2?

20/10/2026

South African Rugby in Europe: Springbok Depth, Jooste’s hat-trick, the Stormers’ attacking firepower and the Sharks finding a way in Lyon. South African rugby gave us plenty to talk about in Round 1.

Our latest article looks at the next generation of Springbok talent, the clubs’ European ambitions and the challenges still ahead. It also reflects on a weekend overshadowed by the loss of Lions lock Hyron Andrews, whose memory was honoured across the competition.

Read the full article: https://allthingsrugby.com/news/south-african-rugby-in-europe-springbok-depth-serious-ambition-and-a-weekend-of-perspective

The Bulls and Stormers opened the Champions Cup with big wins, the Sharks found a way to win in Lyon and the Cheetahs nearly delivered a memorable ups...

20/10/2026

Harlequins finally have something to celebrate!

After a difficult start to their PREM Rugby campaign, Quins have secured their first victory of the season in emphatic fashion, defeating French side Vannes 57-19 in the opening round of the EPCR Challenge Cup!

It was a much-needed result for the London club, who put their domestic struggles aside to deliver an impressive attacking performance on the European stage.

With 57 points on the scoreboard and a convincing victory under their belts, Harlequins will be hoping this result marks a turning point in their season.

Could this be the victory that kick-starts Harlequins' season?

20/10/2026

Northampton Saints are flying the flag for PREM Rugby in Europe!

The Saints were the only English side to secure a victory in the opening round of the Investec Champions Cup, defeating Cardiff 28-12 to get their European campaign off to a winning start.

Elsewhere, Gloucester came agonisingly close to defeating defending champions Bordeaux Bègles, but had to settle for a thrilling 36-36 draw.

It was a difficult opening weekend for the remaining PREM Rugby clubs, with Leicester Tigers, Bath, Exeter Chiefs, Saracens, Sale Sharks and Bristol Bears all suffering defeats.

With just one victory from eight matches, English clubs have plenty of work to do heading into Round 2!

Can Northampton Saints lead the way for PREM Rugby in Europe this season, or will the other English clubs bounce back?

20/10/2026

The England and Northampton Saints star has teamed up with Funding Circle UK to launch The Pitch, giving one lucky UK small business the opportunity to take its marketing to the next level with the help of PREM Rugby stars!

The winning business will receive a professional advertising video featuring PREM Rugby players, co-branded LED advertising at their favourite PREM Rugby club and a £5,000 paid media budget to promote their business.

Which business would you love to see Henry Po***ck and the PREM Rugby stars promote?

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20/10/2026

Wales are bringing a referee into their coaching setup!

Experienced match official Ben Whitehouse is set to join Steve Tandy's Wales coaching team on a full-time basis, bringing his expertise in rugby laws, discipline and decision-making to the national side.

Whitehouse will officially retire from refereeing following Saturday's URC clash between the Ospreys and Dragons, marking the end of his officiating career and the beginning of a new chapter.

The move will see Wales benefit from an experienced referee's perspective, with a particular focus on improving discipline and helping players better understand how officials interpret the game.

Could having a former referee in the coaching setup give Wales an advantage on the international stage?

20/10/2026

Zack Wimbush scored a hat-trick in Toulouse and still finished on the losing side. That sums up a frustrating European weekend for the PREM.

Northampton got the job done and Gloucester held the defending champions, but elsewhere, individual brilliance couldn’t cover the gaps in discipline, defence and game management.

What did Round 1 tell us about the English clubs’ European prospects? We take a closer look.

Read the full article below:
https://allthingsrugby.com/news/prem-rugbys-european-reality-check-plenty-of-talent-not-enough-control

Only Northampton won among England's eight Champions Cup representatives, but there was more to the opening European weekend than an uncomfortable res...

20/10/2026

Round 7 of the TOP 14 is shaping up to be another exciting weekend of French rugby!

Saturday kicks off with Vannes welcoming Clermont, before Bayonne take on Lyon, Racing 92 face Montpellier, Castres host Stade Français, and Toulouse go head-to-head with Perpignan.

Later in the evening, Toulon welcome Pau to the Stade Félix Mayol in what promises to be another fiercely contested encounter.

Sunday brings one of the standout fixtures of the weekend as Stade Rochelais host Bordeaux Bègles in a heavyweight clash between two of France's biggest clubs!

With seven exciting fixtures on the schedule, another weekend of TOP 14 rugby awaits!

Which Round 7 clash are you most looking forward to, and who are you backing to come out on top?