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While O’Neill did not explicitly say in his press conference he would be open to another short-term dual role going forward, he also did not rule it out. He has admitted he “underestimated” the noise surrounding him taking on both roles, and added that “probably could have done with a little less drama”.Speaking to BBC Sport NI ahead of June’s friendlies with Guinea and France, he reiterated his commitment to Northern Ireland for the long term – but did say there are “clauses on both sides”. “I’ve signed here for four years. You do that with the intention of staying…

The Classic Can-Am Series played its first official women’s match in February 2025, pitting the Canada Classics against USA Rugby South in Charlotte, N.C. The Panthers won that match 35-27 and rolled that momentum into a 2025 Mary Graham All-Star Tournament title. The Americans now head to Halifax, Nova Scotia, this Saturday, May 30 for the 2026 rematch. The tour north also includes an exhibition game against the Atlantic Privateers on Thursday, May 28 at 6:30 p.m. ET. [lead photo: Nick Davis / @knoxminx] https://nextphaserugby.com Twenty-three players have been selected for 2026 Classic Can-Am tour. There has been decent turnover…

Gloucester centre Max Llewellyn says his side are still aiming for a top-eight Prem finish to secure European competition next season, despite being “disappointed” with their performances this campaign.Defeat by Saracens last time out ended a run of two consecutive home wins and leaves George Skivington’s side ninth with two games remaining – this Saturday at leaders Northampton and seven days later at home to bottom side Newcastle.”As a playing group we feel disappointed with how we have been performing, but it [eighth] is definitely something we are going after,” 27-year-old Welshman Llewellyn told BBC Radio Gloucestershire.”It will be a…

Goalkeepers: Bart Verbruggen (Brighton), Mark Flekken (Bayer Leverkusen), Robin Roefs (Sunderland)Defenders: Nathan Ake (Manchester City), Virgil van Dijk (Liverpool), Denzel Dumfries (Inter Milan), Jorrel Hato (Chelsea), Jan Paul van Hecke (Brighton & Hove Albion), Jurrien Timber (Arsenal), Micky van de Ven (Tottenham Hotspur) Midfielders: Ryan Gravenberch (Liverpool), Frenkie de Jong (Barcelona), Teun Koopmeiners (Juventus), Noah Lang (Galatasaray), Tijjani Reijnders (Manchester City), Marten de Roon (Atalanta), Guus Til (PSV), Quinten Timber (Marseille), Mats Wieffer (Brighton & Hove Albion)Forwards: Brian Brobbey (Sunderland), Memphis Depay (Corinthians), Cody Gakpo (Liverpool), Justin Kluivert (Bournemouth), Donyell Malen (AS Roma), Crysencio Summerville (West Ham United), Wout Weghorst…

Cornish Pirates have re-signed lock Steele Barker from Bristol for the 2026-27 Champ season.The 25-year-old returns to the Mennaye two years after leaving to join the Prem side.He featured four times in the Prem Rugby Cup for the Bears this season, as well as having a loan spell at Champ side Hartpury. Barker made his Prem debut for Bristol in January 2024 before playing twice in the Champions Cup later that month. He returns to Penzance, having previously made 38 appearances for the Pirates in a two-year spell from 2022, scoring one try. “Steele came on so much with us…

Gloucester-Hartpury head coach Dan Murphy insists players leaving is simply part of the game, following the news three of his squad will depart at the end of the season.England captain Zoe Stratford and fellow World Cup winner Tatyana Heard will leave Gloucester this summer, along with former international Sarah Beckett, it was announced last week.Stratford is currently out of action as she prepares to give birth to her first child, while Heard will join Sale for 2026-27.Murphy, whose side are bidding for a fourth successive Premiership Women’s Rugby title, said he sat down with his squad to discuss the news…

For most players, it is simple: more winnings means more support. Britain’s Toby Samuel earned £75,000 in Paris after coming through qualifying to reach a Grand Slam main draw for the first time. That is enough to fund the rest of his season.”These events are where you make real money that can boost your career and pay for your team,” Samuel said.”As you do better at Grand Slams and get more money, everything off the court becomes a bit easier and helps you on the court.”Hiring a coach on a full-time basis, alongside a physiotherapist or fitness trainer, makes up…

Olivia Clark (Leicester City), Safia Middleton-Patel (Manchester United), Poppy Soper (Rugby Borough), Mayzee Davies (Manchester City), Charlie Estcourt (Portsmouth), Gemma Evans (unattached), Scarlett Hill (Manchester United), Lois Joel (Newcastle United), Esther Morgan (Bristol City), Ella Powell (Bristol City), Rhiannon Roberts (Sunderland), Lily Woodham (Liverpool), Laura Hughes (Melbourne City), Sophie Ingle (Bristol City), Angharad James (Seattle Reign), Elena Cole (AFC Bournemouth), Carrie Jones (IFK Norrkoping), Ceri Holland (Liverpool), Ffion Morgan (West Ham United), Mia Ross (Charlton Athletic), Rachel Rowe (Nottingham Forest), Tianna Teisar (unattached), Mared Griffiths (Manchester United), Hannah Cain (Leicester City), Elise Hughes (Crystal Palace), Phoebie Poole (Plymouth Argyle).

Unveiling the Action: Dragongate Gate of Destiny 2021 November 3 Results Review The anticipation surrounding Dragongate’s Gate of Destiny events is always palpable, and the 2021 edition held on November 3 was no exception. Fans eagerly awaited a night filled with high-flying action, dramatic rivalries, and unforgettable moments that define professional wrestling. This year’s event showcased not only established stars but also rising talents eager to make their mark in the ring. As we dive into the results review of Dragongate’s Gate of Destiny 2021, we’ll explore each match’s nuances and highlight standout performances that kept fans on the edge…

For a period in January, there was the daily Newcastle. Each morning would see the announcement of a new player for 2026-27 season as the club looked to strengthen its ranks.Every position from one to 15 has been addressed and overall 23 players have been signed, enough to cover a matchday squad, with Sale Sharks and England scrum-half Raffi Quirke probably the headline arrival.But to offset that, 26 players are leaving after the final match at Gloucester on 6 June, while two have retired during this campaign, meaning there is set to be a huge churn at Kingston Park this…