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Andy Goode
Following an 18 year career which led to him becoming the second highest points scorer in Premiership History, Andy Goode is fast becoming one of the top rugby pundits in the UK. Goodey provides RugbyPass with weekly analysis and opinion on European rugby with a particular focus on England and the Premiership. He is also the host of a regular ‘Ask Goodey’ Facebook live.
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The tweaks Engalnd must make to break Eden Park spell – Andy Goode
Opportunity knocks for England and the north – Andy Goode
Japan thrashing was perfect preparation for England – Andy Goode
England are ready to record historic win on New Zealand soil
£800m for Nations Championship is tough to turn down – Andy Goode
We all know that the international game is the sport’s cash cow and New Zealand, South Africa, and Australia have all reported s…
Perfect Champions Cup final will be won in the mind – Andy Goode
Having the two best teams in the competition in the final is all you can ask for and it should be mouth-watering but it’ll be th…
Players and referees must cut out worrying trend in rugby – Andy Goode
Bevan Rodd and Ben Curry are probably a bit embarrassed about their actions on Saturday and they are just the latest examples in a…
The no scrum from free-kick uproar is overblown - Andy Goode
The law changes being introduced across the game in July should help speed up play, improve the spectacle and reduce injuries, wha…
Give 'perfect final' to best referee in the business – Andy Goode
With Irish and French referees out of the equation, England's Luke Pearce is surely the frontrunner to get the whistle for the May…
RFU blew their chance to admit mistake in latest debacle – Andy Goode
The RFU has completely missed the point with its latest officiating related statement and referees simply shouldn’t be in charge…
Massive red flag raised by weakened Champions Cup teams – Andy Goode
This is the best club tournament in the world and is supposed to be the absolute elite level of competition, so it is disheartenin…
Cream rising to top again in Champions Cup – Andy Goode
The Champions Cup has had its detractors in recent years but it’s still the best club competition in the world and the cream is …
Fan concern over TMO audio legitimate – Andy Goode
We know it was “regrettable” and it shouldn’t have happened but the statement didn’t address the fact that TMO Stuart Terh…
Now is the time for Borthwick to make bold selection call – Andy Goode
It may sound odd to some in the wake of England’s momentous win over Ireland, their best performance for five years, but Marcus …
Borthwick's mythical masterplan? I'm tired of waiting – Andy Goode
Steve Borthwick insists England have a plan but there’s no smoke without fire when it comes to rumours of unrest in camp and he …
The eight England changes I want to see versus Ireland – Andy Goode
Joe Marler, Dan Cole, Elliot Daly and George Ford all have a huge number of caps and have had long international careers, but I’…
Steward axing shows Borthwick’s new intent – Andy Goode
Steve Borthwick might still be tinkering with his starting XV but most of the changes are to be expected and George Furbank’s su…
Gats knows how to beat blitz but do Wales have the players to do it? – Andy Goode
Warren Gatland might be claiming to have introduced the blitz defence and know exactly how to beat it but whether he has the playe…
I get the clamour for Fin Smith to start but George Ford is the right call – Andy Goode
I understand the clamour to see Fin Smith thrown in but George Ford provides a steady hand on the tiller and England have a good b…
Marseille will be magic but this Six Nations is wide open – Andy Goode
We often see some surprise results in the tournament after a Rugby World Cup when teams have made a few more changes than normal, …
Negativity around LRZ’s NFL move says more about rugby than him – Andy Goode
It’s the boldest of moves and the rugby world should be right behind Louis Rees-Zammit’s attempt to crack the NFL, I just can…
My only proviso for Borthwick's England Six Nations squad – Andy Goode
Steve Borthwick’s first England squad of a new era strikes the perfect balance between continuity and freshness but now the evol…
Worst kept secret in rugby is also the best fit – Andy Goode
Andy Farrell’s appointment as British & Irish Lions head coach might be the worst kept secret and most glaringly obvious choice …
Bears’ accounts provide reality check for Premiership – Andy Goode
It was a brilliant festive period for the Premiership but Bristol’s latest accounts provide a stark reminder of where the league…