Recap: Exeter Chiefs vs La Rochelle LIVE | Heineken Champions Cup
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18 Jan, 11:35
Champions Cup News
Uncover all the latest The Champions Cup news right here at RugbyPass. Whether you’ve watched a game and you’re waiting for a comprehensive play-by-play report or you’re eager to find out news about your team’s squad, you’ll find all the updates on this page. Keep scrolling to read all of the latest Heineken Cup news.
Parra's 16-point boot powers Clermont past Harlequins
The scrum-half led his side from the off to help Clermont rubberstamp their place at the summit of Pool Three with the victory.
Online Editors
18 Jan, 11:33
'We'll sit back and watch with interest who we're going to play'
An 18-point shutout away win – courtesy of second-half Caelan Doris and James Tracy tries - confirmed Leo Cullen's record-breaki…
Online Editors
18 Jan, 11:23
Recap: Ulster vs Bath LIVE | Heineken Champions Cup
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18 Jan, 8:57
Recap: Lyon vs Northampton Saints | Heineken Champions Cup
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18 Jan, 6:33
The Premiership rivals who could throw unlikely spanner in Saracens' European campaign
Saracens face a make-or-break Champions Cup clash on Sunday – accompanied by the grim prospect of Premiership relegation.
Online Editors
18 Jan, 3:50
Nakarawa ready to end three-year Glasgow absence at Sale
The Fijian held signing talks with Sale after being sacked by Racing 92 for returning late from the World Cup but he opted to retu…
Online Editors
17 Jan, 13:01
Nakarawa among 8 players registered for final round of European action
Leone Nakarawa is among eight players that have been added for the next round of European action.
Nakarawa replaces Kiran McDo…
Online Editors
15 Jan, 7:30
Van Graan: "It really hurts. It's out of our hands now"
Munster head coach Johann Van Graan admitted Racing 92’s late sucker punch was a bitter pill to swallow as his team’s Heineken…
Online Editors
12 Jan, 12:56
England star boots Leicester to victory over Cardiff
England fly-half George Ford scored two drop goals as Leicester Tigers powered their way past Cardiff Blues and booked their place…
Online Editors
12 Jan, 12:48
Munster's Champions Cup hopes all but over after defeat to Racing 92
Munster’s Heineken Champions Cup hopes are all but over after they were beaten 39-22 by Racing 92 in Paris despite an impressive…
Online Editors
12 Jan, 12:39
Players were 'apologising to each other' after 'disgustingly dreadful' display
Northampton boss Chris Boyd apologised for a “disgustingly dreadful” performance as Benetton Rugby were edged 33-20 at Frankli…
Online Editors
12 Jan, 11:11
Leinster show shades of vulnerability in victory over Lyon
Leinster are within touching distance of a Heineken Champions Cup home quarter-final after running out 42-14 bonus point winners o…
Online Editors
12 Jan, 10:06
Gloucester somehow still alive in 'bizarre' Champions Cup group despite winning just two of five games
Head coach Johan Ackermann promised Gloucester would ‘give it their best shot’ as they face a daunting must-win trip to Toulou…
Online Editors
12 Jan, 7:51
Recap: Racing 92 vs Munster LIVE | Heineken Champions Cup
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12 Jan, 7:50
Recap: Leinster vs Lyon | Heineken Champions Cup
Follow all the action on the RugbyPass live blog from the Heineken Champions Cup match between Leinster vs Lyon at the RDS.
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12 Jan, 6:01
Standard of refereeing brought into question after Romain Poite's 'worst game ever' in Glasgow
Fans from both sides were critical of the French ref, but those from Glasgow took exception, calling his performance 'utter gash' …
Online Editors
11 Jan, 15:14
Bristol ease into quarter-finals of Challenge Cup
Bristol became the first English side through to the quarter-finals of the European Rugby Challenge Cup with a comprehensive victo…
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11 Jan, 12:51
Toulouse eliminate Connacht but Zach Holmes is making a habit of collecting European red cards
The French champions sealed their passage through to the last eight as Pool Five winners with converted scores from captain Jerome…
Online Editors
11 Jan, 12:50
Stuart Hogg 'wins' crossbar challenge on his dramatic return to Scotstoun
An epic round five European encounter brimming with eight tries and 62 points was deadlocked at 31-points all when the Scottish in…
Online Editors
11 Jan, 12:32
Exeter seal Champions Cup quarter-final spot with thrilling draw at Glasgow
The Gallagher Premiership leaders needed only a point to secure top spot in Pool Two and the teams shared eight tries and sixty-tw…
Online Editors
11 Jan, 11:55
'He was amazing' - McCall lauds Saracens veteran
Mark McCall admitted he was “proud and thrilled” after Saracens’ memorable triumph over adversity against Ospreys in Swansea…
Online Editors
11 Jan, 10:53
Clermont seal Champions Cup quarter-final place with Ulster victory
Clermont Auvergne secured their place in the quarter-finals of the Heineken Champions Cup with a 29-13 victory over Ulster at the …
Online Editors
11 Jan, 9:38
Recap: Glasgow Warriors vs Exeter Chiefs | Heineken Champions Cup
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11 Jan, 8:30
Recap: Clermont vs Ulster | Heineken Champions Cup
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11 Jan, 6:24
Bath boss Stuart Hooper plays down Anthony Watson injury scare
Initial fears about Anthony Watson's leg injury have been quelled by the Bath boss.
Online Editors
10 Jan, 22:46
Red card sees Sale Sharks bow out of Champions Cup in La Rochelle defeat
Sale’s hopes of progressing to the European Champions Cup quarter-finals came to an end as they were beaten 30-23 by La Rochelle…
Online Editors
10 Jan, 17:59
Anthony Watson limps out of Bath's Champions Cup defeat to Harlequins
England suffered an injury scare just three weeks before the Six Nations when Anthony Watson limped out of Bath’s 25-19 Champion…
Online Editors
10 Jan, 17:43
Munster crisis over for now, but fears remain over Hanrahan
With Joey Carbery and Tyler Bleyendaal off-limits due to injury, fans of the Irish province are concerned that the hamstrung Hanra…
Josh Raisey
10 Jan, 8:21
Toulon owner follows through on Rhys Webb threat
In the first fixture since Toulon owner Bernard Lemaitre suggested Ospreys-bound scrumhalf Rhys Webb will not play for the club ag…
Josh Raisey
09 Jan, 9:05
Stuart Lancaster's very good reason to ignore hype about Leinster going entire 32-game season unbeaten
‘Do Not F*** Up January’ adorned posters on the dressing room wall the last time the Irish province started a season as impres…
Liam Heagney
08 Jan, 8:53
Kiwis in Europe: George Moala pick of the bunch in commanding performance for Clermont
Former All Blacks star George Moala is proving just as hard to contain on the fields of Europe as he was in New Zealand.
Campbell Burnes
15 Dec, 15:46
Hooper: Bath changing room 'gutted' after Clermont rout
Bath director of rugby Stuart Hooper bemoaned a shocking first-half performance as his team were hammered 52-26 by Clermont Auverg…
Online Editors
15 Dec, 14:43
O'Driscoll criticises medic at centre of Saracens-Munster brawl row
Brian O'Driscoll has criticised the medic at the centre of the Saracens-Munster brawl row, saying 'We don't want that in our game'…
Online Editors
15 Dec, 12:55
More European misery for Bath as Clermont complete eight-try rout
Bath’s nightmare Heineken Champions Cup campaign continued as Stuart Hooper’s men were hammered 52-26 by Clermont Auvergne.
Online Editors
15 Dec, 12:01
Exeter on brink of last eight after beating Sale in Champions Cup
The Chiefs are on the verge of reaching the quarter-finals after a comfortable home win.
Online Editors
15 Dec, 10:05
EPCR issue statement following 30-man all-in-brawl between Saracens and Munster
The EPCR have issued an official statement following the 30-man plus all-in-brawl that marred Saracens and Munster's European Cham…
Online Editors
15 Dec, 6:47
Giant prop seals fourth straight win for Leicester Tigers
Leicester made it four straight European Challenge Cup wins after they held out to defeat Calvisano 20-13.
Online Editors
15 Dec, 4:05
'We could get ourselves in trouble if we deliver that again' - Cullen critical of Leinster's big win
Leinster head coach Leo Cullen had mixed feelings about his side’s seven-try performance despite a comprehensive 50-21 bonus poi…
Online Editors
14 Dec, 16:34
'I have had a look and there is clearly forearm to the throat' - Fend gone wrong costs Glasgow victory
Glasgow coach Dave Rennie felt his players deserved to win their Champions Cup tie with La Rochelle rather than suffer a narrow de…
Online Editors
14 Dec, 15:38
Leinster send Northampton back to the Premiership with their tail between their legs
Leo Cullen’s men provided plenty of entertainment as they booked their quarter-final place with two rounds still remaining.
Online Editors
14 Dec, 14:24
Matt Fagerson's late red card sums up Glasgow's miserable night
The Warriors beat La Rochelle last weekend in France but their hopes of backing up that victory against the same opposition were d…
Online Editors
14 Dec, 13:53
Brad Shields a major Six Nations doubt for England
England flanker Brad Shields has injured the foot that ruled him out of the Rugby World Cup again and faces at least another month…
Chris Jones
14 Dec, 12:35
Toulouse continue perfect Champions Cup start
The French champions had too much in the tank for their league rivals Montpellier even though they were made to wait for a last-mi…
Online Editors
14 Dec, 11:49
14 points in 4 minutes see Connacht rescue win over Gloucester
Robin Copeland’s last-gasp try rescued a 27-24 win from the jaws of defeat as Connacht pipped Gloucester in a dramatic Heineken …
Online Editors
14 Dec, 10:05
Benetton exact revenge on Lyon at home
Benetton came from behind to edge out Lyon 25-22 and record their first Heineken Champions Cup victory of the campaign.
Online Editors
14 Dec, 9:38
Gloucester selection raises eyebrows and ire ahead of crucial European clash
The fortunes of Gloucester have changed a lot in the past week. The Cherry and Whites went from rock bottom of Pool Five in the Ch…
Josh Raisey
14 Dec, 5:39
Carl Hogg hails Ospreys' character in 'roller coaster' Champions Cup clash with Racing 92
Ospreys forwards coach Carl Hogg praised his young side’s attacking intent as they scored five tries in a 40-27 Heineken Champio…
Online Editors
13 Dec, 18:28
Dan McFarland hails John Cooney masterclass as Ulster claim Quins scalp
Ulster head coach Dan McFarland was left amazed by another John Cooney masterclass in their 34-10 triumph over Harlequins.
Online Editors
13 Dec, 17:53
Ospreys suffer second defeat to Racing 92 in six days
A brace of tries from Juan Imhoff plus Louis Dupichot and Simon Zebo efforts saw Racing secure a bonus point before the break to s…
Online Editors
13 Dec, 16:44
John Cooney torments Harlequins again as Ulster ease to victory
Six days on from kicking the late penalty that handed Ulster a crucial 25-24 win in Belfast, the Irish scrum-half was at it again …
Online Editors
13 Dec, 16:30
'Joke! Joke, joke, joke' - Diamond post-match gag might land him in hot water with EPCR
In barely six minutes holding court in the Sale Sharks media lounge, Steve Diamond delivered a caustic savaging of teams who rest …
Jamie Lyall
09 Dec, 3:32
Toulouse ease to victory against Montpellier
Toulouse extended their lead at the top of their Heineken Champions Cup pool by beating Montpellier 23-9.
Online Editors
09 Dec, 3:10
'We had the dominant scrums until their loosehead was allowed to stand up and walk about'
Glasgow Warriors head coach Dave Rennie has criticised the refereeing that allowed La Rochelle's loosehead 'walk about' in their H…
Online Editors
08 Dec, 7:07
Recap: Sale Sharks vs Exeter Chiefs LIVE | Heineken Champions Cup
Follow all the action on the RugbyPass live blog from the Heineken Champions Cup match between Sale Sharks and Exeter Chiefs at th…
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08 Dec, 6:53
Dave Rennie hails Glasgow's resilience after critical La Rochelle win
Dave Rennie praised the mental resilience of his Glasgow Warriors side after they beat La Rochelle 27-24 at the Stade Marcel-Defla…
Online Editors
07 Dec, 18:59
'The referee didn't have any choice' - Munster react to added time red card
The Irish province had kicked the ball dead thinking they had won the game but referee Romain Poite opted instead to send off Arno…
Online Editors
07 Dec, 15:46
Ospreys have no complaints following Dan Evans' first-minute red card
Just 37 seconds were on the clock in Swansea when referee Frank Murphy gave the Welsh team's full-back his marching orders for fou…
Online Editors
07 Dec, 15:26
Gustard: 'We gave Ulster the fright of their lives'
Harlequins were nine points ahead and looking good for victory before they were overcome by a late Ulster charge that culminated i…
Online Editors
07 Dec, 15:01
Ospreys full-back Evans sent off after just 37 seconds in defeat to Racing 92
Ospreys full-back Dan Evans received one of the quickest red cards in professional rugby union history as his team lost 40-19 agai…
Online Editors
07 Dec, 14:08
Glasgow Warriors grind out crucial victory over La Rochelle
Glasgow Warriors secured a 27-24 victory over La Rochelle at the Stade Marcel-Deflandre to move into second spot in pool two of th…
Online Editors
07 Dec, 13:16
Leicester Tigers crush Calvisano in European Challenge Cup clash
Leicester ran in nine tries to crush Rugby Calvisano 59-7 in their European Challenge Cup Pool Five match at Welford Road.
Online Editors
07 Dec, 12:28
Recap: Munster vs Saracens LIVE | Heineken Champions Cup
Follow all the action on the RugbyPass live blog from the Heineken Champions Cup match between Munster and Saracens at Thomond Pa…
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07 Dec, 10:45
Sexton injury means Leinster's crushing win at Northampton comes at a cost
The exit of the Ireland fly-half early in the second half with what appeared to be a knee injury was the only downside to a thrill…
Online Editors
07 Dec, 9:30
Recap: Ulster vs Harlequins LIVE | Heineken Champions Cup
Follow all the action on the RugbyPass live blog from the Heineken Champions Cup match between Ulster and Harlequins at Kingspan.
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07 Dec, 8:51
Recap: Northampton Saints vs Leinster LIVE | Heineken Champions Cup
Follow all the action on the RugbyPass live blog from the Heineken Champions Cup match between Northampton Saints and Leinster at…
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07 Dec, 7:07
Stuart Hooper admits Bath's Champions Cup hopes all but over after latest defeat
Stuart Hooper accepted his side’s chances of progressing in the Heineken Champions Cup were faint after Clermont Auvergne’s 34…
Online Editors
06 Dec, 21:21
Edinburgh secure bonus-point victory over Wasps in European Challenge Cup
Edinburgh recorded a 31-20 victory over Wasps to maintain their strong position in the European Challenge Cup.
Online Editors
06 Dec, 17:06
Bath suffer fresh Champions Cup defeat as Clermont claim Rec spoils
Bath suffered a third successive Champions Cup defeat after Clermont Auvergne turned on the pace and power to secure a bonus-point…
Online Editors
06 Dec, 16:37
Saracens pull their punches as many England RWC stars missing for visit to Munster
The under-fire London club gave their Premiership hopes a shot in the arm with victory over Bath last weekend, but they have now d…
Online Editors
06 Dec, 7:06
Uproar after Bourgarit's eye-gouging gets ban just two weeks worse than Addison's badly-timed tackle
European rugby disciplinary hearings handed out punishments on Wednesday after last weekend's round two action that have left fans…
Josh Raisey
28 Nov, 7:07
Springboks World Cup hero Cheslin Kolbe wants to cap off trophy-laden season with one more major accolade
Springboks star Cheslin Kolbe has identified the title he wants to add to his trophy cabinet alongside the Top 14, Rugby Champions…
Online Editors
25 Nov, 22:51
Tom Curry may just have found a true England rival in Ben Earl
Saracens back rower Ben Earl continues to flourish in the 2019/20 season and the loose forward is putting down serious England mar…
Alex Shaw
25 Nov, 5:56
'How do you eat an elephant? It's piece by piece' - Saracens want European success despite survival scrap
Brad Barritt insists Saracens are capable of retaining the Champions Cup alongside succeeding in their desperate fight for Gallagh…
Online Editors
24 Nov, 21:16
Eye gouging and stomping - La Rochelle's dirty tactics a throwback to rugby's amateur days
With five minutes remaining, centre Geoffrey Doumayrou was seen stomping on an opposition arm at a ruck, pushing his boot into the…
Online Editors
24 Nov, 20:36
'They got away with it' - Ackerman makes accusation of 'illegal' scrummaging
Gloucester head coach Johan Ackermann accused Montpellier of illegal scrummaging after his team were beaten 30-27 in a thrilling E…
Online Editors
24 Nov, 13:10
Gloucester narrowly beaten in Montpellier despite red card sending-off
Gloucester fell just short of what would have been a memorable win to lose 30-27 to 14-man Montpellier in a thrilling Heineken Cha…
Online Editors
24 Nov, 11:42
Diamond: Sale Sharks 'in negotiations' with missing Racing 92 star Nakarawa
Sale Sharks director of rugby Steve Diamond has confirmed that the club are in negotiations with missing Racing 92 star Leone Na…
Online Editors
24 Nov, 11:21
'I was very proud' - Simon Zebo praises Munster fans
Racing 92 star Simon Zebo has thanked Munster fans after receiving a warm reception at Thomond Park.
Online Editors
24 Nov, 6:18
Leicester Tigers beat Cardiff in Challenge Cup thriller
Tom Hardwick’s injury-time penalty secured Leicester Tigers a dramatic 14-11 win at Cardiff Blues in their European Challenge Cu…
Online Editors
24 Nov, 3:06
'His street-savviness with Francois Louw showed' - Joe Marler's holding play on Springbok flanker applauded by Gustard
Harlequins' head of rugby Paul Gustard praised Joe Marler’s “street-savviness” as the England prop returned to help his club…
Online Editors
23 Nov, 20:17
'You are never going to turn it down' - Elliot Daly has no regrets about signing with handi-capped Saracens
Elliot Daly has no regrets over joining crisis club Saracens after celebrating his debut by starring in a 44-3 Champions Cup demol…
Online Editors
23 Nov, 16:29
Munster reel in a Finn Russell-inspired Racing 92 for draw
The Scotland playmaker turned it on in Limerick to leave the Parisians set for victory before a dramatic late rally by their Thomo…
Online Editors
23 Nov, 15:02
Marcus Smith kicks Harlequins to tense victory over Bath
With both the English club beaten in their round one matches last weekend, their European meeting in London was always going to be…
Online Editors
23 Nov, 14:15
Leinster defence holds firm against Lyon onslaught
Ireland didn't deliver what they wanted at the World Cup, but Johnny Sexton's club form has helped the PRO14 champions nab their s…
Online Editors
23 Nov, 12:15
Exeter Chiefs and Henry slayed Glasgow
Exeter Chiefs continued their impressive start to their Champions Cup campaign with a bonus-point 34-18 victory over Glasgow at Sa…
Online Editors
23 Nov, 12:04
'It was probably our worst effort of the year' - Boyd slams his Northampton Saints side
Northampton Saints director of rugby Chris Boyd was not a happy man despite Dan Biggar snatching a 35-32 victory from the jaws of …
Online Editors
23 Nov, 11:26
Recap: Munster vs Racing 92 LIVE | Heineken Champions Cup
Follow all the action on the RugbyPass live blog from the Heineken Champions Cup match between Munster and Racing 92 at Thomond P…
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23 Nov, 11:26
Saracens' Rotimi Segun showcases his 11.03 second 100-metre pace in Ospreys rout
Saracens wing Rotimi Segun showed off his remarkable pace with a well-taken brace as the North London club breezed by the Ospreys …
Online Editors
23 Nov, 10:58
Saracens cruise to comfortable Champions Cup win at subdued Allianz Park
After a week when they found themselves plunged to the bottom of the Premiership after a 35-point deduction, Saracens' Champions C…
Online Editors
23 Nov, 9:48
Last-ditch Biggar penalty edges Northampton to win in Italy
Saints got nothing easy at Treviso, trailing at the interval against Benetton and then requiring a penalty with the clock in the r…
Online Editors
23 Nov, 9:38
De Klerk and Curry among 11 internationals in Sale Sharks starting XV
Sale Sharks are bolstered by the return of two World Cup finalists as they look to ignite their Champions Cup challenge against La…
Online Editors
23 Nov, 8:59
Recap: Lyon vs Leinster LIVE | Heineken Champions Cup
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23 Nov, 8:53
Recap: Saracens vs Ospreys LIVE | Heineken Champions Cup
Follow all the action on the RugbyPass live blog from the Heineken Champions Cup match between Saracens and Ospreys at Allianz Pa…
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23 Nov, 6:41
Injury crisis swamps Bath as three internationals ruled out
In addition to a poor start to the season domestically and in Europe, Bath have now been dealt the blow of significant injuries to…
Alex Shaw
22 Nov, 9:30
Saracens now hit in the pocket with a European fine
Fresh from stating they would not be appealing the £5.3million fine and the 35-point deduction handed out by Premiership Rugby, t…
Liam Heagney
19 Nov, 10:21
Kiwis in Europe: Owen Franks and Matt Proctor start on right foot in Champions Cup
Owen Franks and Matt Proctor have made winning starts to their Northampton Saints’ careers.
Campbell Burnes
17 Nov, 17:01
'It's tough to take of course' - McCall pleased with Saracens' fighting spirit despite hard defeat to Racing 92
The reigning English and European champions, who were without the majority of their England World Cup contingent, were sunk 30-10 …
Online Editors
17 Nov, 14:50
'Dan is the best in the world at what he does'
Northampton director of rugby Chris Boyd praised the performance of Dan Biggar after the Wales fly-half kicked 20 points to get hi…
Online Editors
17 Nov, 10:52
Connacht mark return to Champions Cup with giant killing
Connacht marked their return to Heineken Champions Cup rugby in memorable style with a terrific 23-20 victory over Montpellier at …
Online Editors
17 Nov, 9:42
Embarrassed Harlequins' fans not sold on Gustard's promise after 'too many soft losses'
With just one win from their opening four Premiership starts, Harlequins opened their European campaign with a 53-21 humbling at t…
Online Editors
16 Nov, 20:33
'We went away to France in round two last year and got beaten by Toulouse' - Leinster boss wants to avoid another French pantsing
Leinster head coach Leo Cullen hailed his returning international contingent after their 33-19 bonus point victory over Benetton R…
Online Editors
16 Nov, 14:28
Clermont crush Harlequins in Champions Cup opener
Harlequins suffered a heavy defeat in their Heineken Champions Cup opener at Clermont Auvergne on Saturday, losing 53-21.
Online Editors
16 Nov, 14:08
Garry runs rings around Benetton as Leinster triumph
There was no World Cup hangover for one of Ireland's starters in their quarter-final hammering by New Zealand as he put Benetton t…
Online Editors
16 Nov, 11:58
Exeter secure bonus point win at La Rochelle
The Chiefs' have failed to deliver in the Champions Cup, their European form often a shadow of their Premiership power, but they s…
Online Editors
16 Nov, 11:51
Glasgow edge out Faf-less Sale Sharks
DTH Van Der Merwe’s try gave Glasgow a winning start to their Champions Cup campaign as they edged out Sale 13-7.
Online Editors
16 Nov, 9:22
Gloucester beaten by Toulouse in Champions Cup opener
The Cherry and Whites built themselves a generous interval lead, but they lost their way in the second half with their lineout esp…
Online Editors
15 Nov, 16:53
Saracens in no way weak heading to Paris despite so many missing players
With so much focus foisted on Saracens in the wake of the salary cap scandal, it has crept under the radar that the XV chosen to f…
Josh Raisey
15 Nov, 11:19
'Those answers don't just come in 24 hours' - Mark McCall urges patience around Saracens' salary cap drama
The director of rugby is determined to keep his squad as united as possible.
Online Editors
13 Nov, 22:39
'Ever since I have been at Saracens, we have been universally disliked... it's not really new to us'
After dealing with a lively reception from the crowd at Gloucester, Alex Lozowski's Saracens are next off to Paris as they try to …
Chris Jones
13 Nov, 10:59
The Nigel Wray video message: Don't expect a fire sale
The club provided several members of England’s World Cup final team.
Online Editors
06 Nov, 14:45
Baxter hits full truth mode after Saracens no show at EPCR launch
Saracens were handed a 35-point deduction in this season’s Gallagher Premiership and fined more than £5million for breaching th…
Online Editors
06 Nov, 5:09
All Blacks prepared for penalty shootout: 'Out of the forwards, I'd definitely back myself'
If two semifinalists can't be separated after 110 minutes of high-intensity Test rugby, it will all come down to a penalty shootou…
Tom Vinicombe
22 Oct, 2:50
Champions Cup final with Leinster 'more brutal in terms of the physicality'
Jamie George believes Saracens’ latest Premiership title triumph was the deepest they have had to dig for success.
Online Editors
03 Jun, 3:22
Drums beat louder for a former English prop to return to international rugby
After the news emerged that England and Saracens prop Mako Vunipola will require surgery on a torn hamstring, calls are being made…
Josh Raisey
18 May, 0:14
Where to now for Leinster as the 'Drive for Five' continues
There isn’t going to be an attritional decline for this superpower of English rugby for at least three more seasons, which means…
Ben Smith
15 May, 2:35
Alex Goode just doesn't stop during Saracens celebrations
Alex Goode concluded Saturday with a third European title and the honour of picking up the European Player of the Year after Sarac…
Online Editors
13 May, 21:28
Wallaby legend attempts to take credit for Brad Barritt's huge performance
Australian rugby legend David Campese has sent an interesting message to Saracens captain Brad Barritt after his side won their th…
Josh Raisey
13 May, 12:03
Billy Vunipola 'the best number eight in the world' - Jamie George
The England number eight was in dominant form as Saracens clinched their third European title in four seasons.
Online Editors
12 May, 23:35
Leinster were simply bashed out of the European final by Saracens' domineering defence
Saracens’ defence was truly ferocious in every way, eating up space and bashing Blue at every opportunity. The only time Leinste…
Ben Smith
12 May, 1:14
Saracens boss McCall hails Vunipola for 'doing talking on the field'
Saracens boss Mark McCall hailed a towering contribution by Billy Vunipola following a memorable Heineken Champions Cup final vict…
Online Editors
11 May, 21:25
England reject named European Player of the Year 2019
Despite being unwanted by England, an outstanding European season for Saracens has been capped off with Alex Goode being named EPC…
Online Editors
11 May, 15:57
'It does bother me' - Mark McCall addresses Alex Goode's ongoing England exclusion
Saracens Director of Rugby Mark McCall admits the ongoing exclusion of fullback Alex Goode from Eddie Jones' England team bothers …
Online Editors
11 May, 5:28
Clermont Auvergne clinch a record-equalling third European Challenge Cup
Clermont Auvergne clinched a record-equalling third European Challenge Cup final victory by beating La Rochelle 36-16 at St James'…
Online Editors
10 May, 15:57
'Immense' 5 international bench leaves Saracens fans confident
Saracens and Leinster have both announced their teams for what looks to be the biggest Champions Cup final in years.
Josh Raisey
10 May, 10:29
'We've analysed them a lot. They are everything that we thought they were going to be'
The Irish province will set a new European record if they topple Saracens at St James’ Park.
Online Editors
10 May, 10:13
Twickenham snubbed in favour of soccer stadium for 2021 euro finals
Spurs chairman Daniel Levy says he looks forward to welcoming rugby fans from around the world.
Online Editors
10 May, 7:12
Saracens name team for Leinster
Saracens have named the team that will face reigning champions Leinster in the final of European Champions Cup in Newcastle tomorr…
Online Editors
10 May, 6:39
Leinster name team for Saracens
The Leinster Rugby team to play against Saracens tomorrow in the Heineken Champions Cup Final in St. James' Park has been named by…
Online Editors
10 May, 6:22
How witnessing Furlong on the Lions changed Mako Vunipola
The pair will be on opposite sides in Saturday’s Heineken Champions Cup final.
Online Editors
10 May, 2:55
Tadhg Furlong talks up 'horrendous snorer' Mako Vunipola
Leinster’s Tadhg Furlong expects a Test-intensity tussle with “world class” Saracens prop Mako Vunipola in Saturday’s Hein…
Online Editors
10 May, 2:23
21kg shed in 18 months: Will Skelton sacrifices World Cup for Saracens
Former Wallabies second rower Will Skelton has finalised what he's described as the toughest decision of his playing career after …
Online Editors
09 May, 23:49
Vunipola gives Saracens a boost as they prepare for Leinster showdown
With Saturday's European final between Saracens and Leinster being touted as potentially the best ever, English prop Mako Vunipola…
Online Editors
07 May, 11:59
Munster finally confirm they have taken action against pitch invader who confronted Billy Vunipola
It's never a good look for rugby when an angry spectator comes onto the field of play and what happened in Coventry damaged the re…
Online Editors
03 May, 7:20
McFadden's stop-start season now faces a citing headache ahead of European decider
Fergus McFadden has had his season disrupted by injury, but he now faces a disciplinary hearing following an alleged strike of an …
Online Editors
30 Apr, 2:46
Munster issue statement following Billy Vunipola spectator incident
Munster have issued a statement following yesterday's incident in which a Munster fan confronted Billy Vunipola.
Online Editors
21 Apr, 11:29
It's insanity that a club of Munster's pedigree has lost so many successive European semi-finals
Unless he has a secretive masterplan to unveil, Munster's decision to prematurely give Johann van Graan a contract extension sugge…
Liam Heagney
21 Apr, 7:15
'It wasn't in my mind to check whether there was fake blood... I hadn't come across that before or even heard talk of it'
It's 10 years since rugby was blighted by the proven cheating allegation against Harlequins in the European Cup, an incident match…
Online Editors
13 Apr, 7:59
Racing fans have seriously got the hump with Lorenzetti following their European quarter-final exit
Hopes were high in Paris that this would be Racing's year, but their exit to Toulouse has caused ructions with numerous fans angry…
Online Editors
02 Apr, 10:32
'It's to the neck, with force' - Why referee Luke Pearce felt compelled to red card Zack Holmes
Toulouse's quarter-final win over Racing was a classic enhanced by them having to play nearly an hour of the match with 14 players…
Online Editors
31 Mar, 13:10
Cockerill remarkably restrained in response to Murray incident
Edinburgh head coach Richard Cockerill lamented the "tiny, tiny margins" after his side fell to a 17-13 defeat to Munster in the H…
Online Editors
30 Mar, 11:32
Diamond 'perturbed' despite quarter-final win
Sale Sharks director of rugby Steve Diamond was disappointed with his side's second-half display in a 20-10 victory over Connacht …
Online Editors
30 Mar, 5:20
Glasgow 'determined to create a bit of history' as Champions Cup clash looms
Glasgow Warriors head coach Dave Rennie is adamant on his side creating 'a bit of history' as they prepare to face Saracens in the…
Online Editors
29 Mar, 22:09
'When we're not performing on the field, it makes sense to suffer criticism' - Kaino on the Savea fall-out
Value for money is a big talking point in France after Julian Savea's Toulon savaging and Jerome Kaino knows he has to earn his ow…
Online Editors
29 Mar, 16:49
'The 120kg second row has disappeared from the Test circuit. With such a weight, you explode after a quarter of an hour'
Veteran Racing lock Donnacha Ryan has noticed a considerable difference between what is now required from an international second …
Online Editors
29 Mar, 12:52
What Edinburgh and Glasgow must overcome to reach the Champions Cup semi's
Edinburgh Rugby and Glasgow Warriors face Munster and Saracens respectively in their Heineken Champions Cup quarter-finals and get…
Jamie Lyall
29 Mar, 10:03
The competition that could put the World League debate to bed
The congregation of leading executives within the global rugby fraternity to negotiate details for the much-maligned World Rugby N…
Alex McLeod
28 Mar, 22:50
Hamilton: Having seen Scotland, Glasgow will feel they have found a way to rattle Owen Farrell but he will be too good for them
Owen Farrell was unceremoniously hauled off during England's Six Nations draw with Scotland, but there won't be any hang-over for …
Jim Hamilton
28 Mar, 6:11
'I will not repeat it' - Zebo reflects on 'unacceptable' racism
Simon Zebo has opted not to make public the exact racist words aimed at him by an Ulster supporter who is now banned for life from…
Liam Heagney
25 Jan, 3:43
Watch: Antoine Dupont starts and finishes chaotic opportunists' try
A few moments of madness led to Toulouse throwing structure out the window and scoring a spectacular opportunists' try to extend t…
Online Editors
20 Jan, 21:54
The Heineken Champions Cup quarter-finals - who plays who and where
Any hopes Toulouse had of snatching top spot in Pool 1 were extinguished as Leinster defeated Wasps to secure a home quarter-final…
Harry West
20 Jan, 12:44
Watch: CJ Stander undresses Exeter forward in front of 26,000 people
Munster Number 8 CJ Stander welcomed Exeter to Thomond Park in a disrespectful fashion during an early Munster lineout maul drive.…
Online Editors
19 Jan, 20:41
Scottish clubs make Champions Cup history
Both Edinburgh and Glasgow Warriors are through to the European Champions Cup quarter-finals due to the former's 19-10 win over Mo…
Liam Blackburn
18 Jan, 18:15
Ireland's scrum half shortage as Leinster confirm McGrath knee ligament injury
Leinster have a long list of injury concerns involving Ireland internationals, with Luke McGrath's knee ligament injury the latest…
Jack Davies
15 Jan, 13:12
Watch: Jack Nowell's return sparks Exeter by slicing Castres to bits
The return of Jack Nowell from a hamstring injury after two months didn't take long to have an impact, with the England internatio…
Online Editors
13 Jan, 15:42
Watch: Ulster coach in holiday mode during final minutes of tense Champions Cup battle
Despite scores separated by one with five minutes left, one look at Ulster defence coach Jared Payne would tell you that the resul…
Online Editors
13 Jan, 0:33
Leinster 'definitely our most physical game of the season'
Toulouse backrow Rynhardt Elstadt admits Leinster were the French side's most physical challenge this season.
Ian Cameron
12 Jan, 10:06
Manu Tuilagi left out of Tigers squad for Scarlets match
There is no room for Manu Tuilagi in the Leicester Tigers' 23 named to take on the Scarlets in today's Heineken Champions Cup fixt…
Online Editors
12 Jan, 4:07
Watch: Carbery's two-minute takeover helps Munster thrash Gloucester
Joey Carbery, Rory Scannell, Keith Earls and Andrew Conway were among the tries as Munster overpowered Gloucester.
Russell Greaves
11 Jan, 18:01
Counter-attack kings Toulouse will provide test of unpredictability for Leinster
Ugo Mola’s re-born Toulouse side is a dangerous proposition, undefeated since shocking Leinster 28-27 in the first leg of pool p…
Ben Smith
08 Jan, 17:25
How Toulouse rebuilt a legitimate European power capable of toppling anyone
Just two years removed from missing the Top 14 playoffs for the first time in 40 years, how did they become a legitimate force in …
Ben Smith
16 Dec, 23:13
Watch: Thief in the night Jordan Larmour snatches match-defining intercept
Leinster young gun Jordan Larmour came up with a decisive intercept at the Rec to propel the defending champions of Europe to a ti…
Online Editors
08 Dec, 15:36
Savea's positional switch at Toulon continues
Toulon picked up a well-timed first win in this season's Heineken Champions Cup as they triumphed 38-28 over fellow Top 14 outfit …
Online Editors
08 Dec, 15:11
Watch: Cheslin Kolbe produces 60-metre stunner to burn Wasps in one play
The hot-stepping wing ripped open Wasps in one phase on a simple first receiver carry from the scrum, bouncing off the first defen…
Online Editors
08 Dec, 14:57
Nathan Hughes leaves the field in agony after just 19 minutes for Wasps
Wasps injuries issued have worsened after Nathan Hughes was removed from the field just 19 minutes into his side's crunch clash wi…
Online Editors
08 Dec, 12:21
'If they're not bothered by player welfare, so be it' - Richards fuming at ECPR over prop debacle
Dean Richards is fuming at the EPCR after he says he was effectively forced to play a loosehead at tighthead, potentially putting …
Online Editors
08 Dec, 7:22
Manu Tuilagi's blunt message for Tigers fans turning their back on the team
England centre Manu Tuilagi has a rather blunt message for fans turning their back on Leicester Tigers as the club endure another …
Ian Cameron
08 Dec, 5:09
The amount of defenders beaten by Tuilagi so far in Europe and 17 others Champions Cup stats
European Professional Club Rugby (EPCR) have released a bevy of statistics ahead of this weekend's Champions Cup rugby.
Round 3…
Online Editors
05 Dec, 11:52
The ECPR have rejected Lozowski's request to switch games in ban and they've explained why
The Saracens player, Alex Lozowski, who was suspended following a citing complaint arising from his club’s Heineken Champions Cu…
Online Editors
23 Oct, 12:35
This is what the EPCR had to say about Bruce Craig's replay request
The EPCR have responded to Bath owner Bruce Craig's request that their Heineken Champions Cup game against Toulouse be replayed. …
Online Editors
23 Oct, 10:39
Springboks haven’t even scratched the surface of possibilities with Cheslin Kolbe
Kolbe’s razor-sharp footwork combined with deadly speed presents a weapon that, if used correctly, could cause obscene amounts o…
Ben Smith
22 Oct, 19:19
Why Toulouse's victory over Leinster won't have come as a complete surprise to rugby nauses
Toulouse have gone from peerless European aristocrats to an overspending and underperforming mess at the highest club level over t…
Alex Shaw
22 Oct, 5:45
Watch: Newcastle Falcons pile on 39 phases to stun another French giant
A stunning attacking effort in over time has captured the Falcons second major victory in as many weeks in the Heineken Champions …
Online Editors
21 Oct, 22:36
Watch: Scenes of jubilation as Toulouse become Europe's giant-killers
Is this the re-birth of Toulouse as a superpower of Europe? The four-time champions knocked off the biggest scalp so far in this y…
Online Editors
21 Oct, 22:09
Leinster suffer late defeat at Toulouse, Newcastle snatch dramatic victory
Maxime Medard's late try proved crucial as Toulouse beat European Champions Cup holders Leinster on Sunday.
Alex Fisher
21 Oct, 13:57
EXCLUSIVE - 'Kiwis Abroad' documentary follows reporter Sam Smith as he tracks down Kiwi talent across Europe
Join RugbyPass employee of the month runner-up Sam Smith as he embarks on an epic journey across Europe to track down some of the …
Peteso Cannon
21 Oct, 1:47
Racing's Zebo issues remorseful public apology as he 'wouldn't want his kids doing that'
Ex-Munster and Irish fullback-wing Simon Zebo has taken to Twitter to issue a public apology to fullback Michael Lowry after taunt…
Online Editors
20 Oct, 23:12
Watch: Joey Carbery pulls out sublime behind-the-back pass during surgical second-half performance
Munster's outhalf Joey Carbery put on a surgical performance against Gloucester at Thomond Park, slicing up the visitors by scori…
Online Editors
20 Oct, 21:34
The Lab: Building an explosive set-piece attack with the NFL’s ‘Trips Bunch’ concept
Taking a fresh look at set-piece play, could we build a set-piece scrum attack by taking inspiration from the NFL’s ‘Trips Bun…
Ben Smith
20 Oct, 19:41
Edinburgh outclass troubled Toulon, Wasps and Bath play out thrilling draw
Wasps, without Christian Wade, battled back to draw with Bath, and Edinburgh battered Toulon in Saturday's European Champions Cup …
Peter Hanson
20 Oct, 15:20
Chris Ashton marks return from 7 week ban in style against Connacht
European club rugby's all-time record try scorer, Chris Ashton, made his competitive debut for Sale Sharks in the Challenge Cup to…
Online Editors
20 Oct, 13:06
Ackermann: Rugby Union has 'lost empathy'
Gloucester headcoach Johan Ackermann said he believes the sport has lost empathy in the wake of the sport's latest controversial r…
Online Editors
20 Oct, 10:26
Watch: Ref says 'sorry' to Cipriani before showing him red card for high tackle
Gloucester could be set for a prolonged spell without Danny Cipriani, who was shown a red card for a high shot on Munster's Rory S…
Tom Webber
20 Oct, 9:05
Billy Vunipola has tweeted his disgust at Danny Cipriani's controversial red card
Online Editors
20 Oct, 8:47
Bath owner Bruce Craig requests that the Toulouse match be replayed
Bath Rugby owner Bruce Craig has written to the ECPR to request that last weekend's Heineken Champions Cup opener be replayed.
Online Editors
20 Oct, 3:33
Second-half blitz guides Leicester to European success
The 71st European tie hosted at Welford Road ended in a 45-27 win for Leicester Tigers over the Scarlets in the European Champions…
Liam Blackburn
19 Oct, 21:35
Toulouse lash out at EPCR over Kaino ban decision which 'relates to feelings and not on facts'
Toulouse have heavily criticised the EPCR over their decision to ban Jerome Kaino for five games and have announced they're going …
Online Editors
19 Oct, 6:12
Why the manner in which Maxime Medard foiled Freddie Burns' try was technically perfect
There are only a few minutes to play. Toulouse are leading Bath by two points – 22-20 and then Freddy Burns blows a golden oppor…
Online Editors
19 Oct, 4:20
Kaino banned on 'the basis that the incident involved contact to' Jamie Roberts' head
Toulouse No 8, Jerome Kaino, has been suspended following an independent Disciplinary Hearing in Paris today arising from his club…
Online Editors
17 Oct, 8:55
Ruaridh Jackson phonecall saves Alex Lozowski's November Tests
Alex Lozowski has learned his fate after facing two charges of foul play from Saracens Heineken Champions Cup win against Glasgow …
Online Editors
17 Oct, 3:07
Lozowski cited twice, while Kaino faces ban over hit on Roberts
England centre Alex Lozowski has been cited twice after Saracens' Champions Cup match with Glasgow, while Jerome Kaino is one of t…
Online Editors
16 Oct, 9:11
'This ones cut me through' - Billy Vunipola reacts to latest injury setback
Nathaniel Cope
16 Oct, 4:49
The fall of the Galáticos– Toulon’s crumbling empire
Toulon's rise to dominance needs to be appreciated, for all the controversy they were a modern marvel – a super team built with …
Ben Smith
15 Oct, 20:46
Analysis: How Leinster exploited Wasps' forwards on James Lowe’s breakaway set-piece try
Leinster are the current masters of line running and deception, continually coming up with new concepts and finding ways to create…
Ben Smith
14 Oct, 22:30
Six Saracens injured in Scotland - including Owen Farrell
Six Saracens were injured in their bruising opening Heineken Champions Cup victory over Glasgow Warriors in Scotstoun this afterno…
Online Editors
14 Oct, 14:59
Falcons prey on Toulon, Vunipola brothers injured in Sarries win
Newcastle Falcons' return to Europe's elite club competition was worth the wait as they beat stunning Toulon at Stade Mayol.
Peter Thompson
14 Oct, 13:58
Champions Cup XV of the Week - Round 1
A round-up of the top performers in the Heineken Champions Cup, on the competition's opening weekend of the 2018/19 season.
Alex Shaw
14 Oct, 11:24
Welsh centre breaks leg in Paris
Worcester Warriors historic victory over Stade Francais in Paris has come with a hefty price.
Tom Howe scored a first-half dou…
Online Editors
14 Oct, 10:51
12 facts as Newcastle Falcons face the daunting task of Toulon away
Newcastle and Toulon have met just twice in European competition, both games during the 2011-12 Challenge Cup group stage when the…
Online Editors
14 Oct, 6:03
Leinster’s emphatic win fires a warning shot to Europe but they left clues on how to beat them
Don’t expect Leinster to give you the ball. You will have to take it from them, which most sides can’t do. This is officially …
Ben Smith
13 Oct, 23:56
Burns makes humiliating drop as Bath beaten by Toulouse
Freddie Burns should have been Bath's match-winner but was distraught after failing to touch down under the posts.
Peter Thompson
13 Oct, 11:24
'Nobody died' - rugby world unites in sympathy for Freddie Burns following disastrous 5 minute spell
Rugby players, pundits and none-Bath fans have united in sympathy for Bath fullback Freddie Burns.
Ian Cameron
13 Oct, 10:09
Video - Freddie Burns' shocking blunder costs Bath match
A shock blunder by fullback Freddie burns has cost Bath their opening game of the European Champions Cup against Toulouse at the R…
Ian Cameron
13 Oct, 9:19
La Rochelle put a massive score on Ensei STM
La Rochelle have put a massive score on Russian side Yenisey-STM Krasnoyarsk, coming away from Siberia with an attacking bonus poi…
Online Editors
13 Oct, 7:38
Video - Dai Young attempts to explain record European defeat at hands of Leinster
Wasps headcoach Dai Young faced the media after his side's humbling defeat at the hands of Leinster in Dublin last night in their …
Online Editors
13 Oct, 5:59
Leinster player ratings versus Wasps
Leinster handed Wasps a record defeat in Europe as the Heineken Champions Cup holders thrashed the Gallagher Premiership side 52-3…
Nathaniel Cope
13 Oct, 2:56
Tomane and Fardy thriving in Dublin
Leinster utility Joe Tomane has closed the door on the Wallabies in pursuit of European success.
Online Editors
12 Oct, 23:10
Rampant Leinster thrash Wasps in Champions Cup opener
Leinster accelerated out of sight in the second half of their European Champions Cup opener as Wasps were completely outclassed.
Ben Spratt
12 Oct, 17:43
From doldrums to competing with Europe's elite - why it's time for Scottish clubs to shine
Five years have passed since Edinburgh last dined at Europe’s top table, years in which the club stuttered, sank and decayed in …
Jamie Lyall
12 Oct, 6:32
This Leinster side is better than the one that won three titles and they’re ready to create a dynasty – Andy Goode
Sport is cyclical, with the Champions Cup proving the perfect example of that in recent years, and this Leinster side look ready t…
Andy Goode
12 Oct, 5:17
When a man wants to murder a tiger he calls it sport, when a tiger wants to murder him, he calls it ferocity
Ulster must go into their European opener with real fight and strong self-belief, and they can rely on a little bit of history on …
Neil Best
10 Oct, 21:26
46 useless European rugby stats you really don't need to know
Bath takes on European aristocrats Toulouse this weekend at the Rec in the Heineken Champions Cup in what promises to be one of th…
Online Editors
10 Oct, 13:01
Why it's going to be England versus Ireland as bitter Anglo-Irish rivalry brews in Europe
With the 2018/19 Heineken Champions Cup set to kick-off this weekend, we take a look at the teams primed to make a charge for the …
Alex Shaw
09 Oct, 13:02
Murphy gives update on May's shoulder injury
Jonny May may be back to action sooner than expected after a remarkable recovery.
The England winger picked up a worrying-looki…
Online Editors
09 Oct, 12:58
How do the Heineken Champions Cup pools stack up on the RugbyPass Index?
We take a look at the pools of the 2018/19 Heineken Champions Cup and see how they stack up on the RugbyPass Index (RPI), includin…
Alex Shaw
09 Oct, 8:21
EPCR finalise punishment over Boudjellal's controversial Morman comments after appeal
Toulon have had a victory of sorts in their appeal over a punishment for president Mourad Boudjellal's controversial Morman commen…
Online Editors
09 Oct, 7:13
Wasps set to welcome back 4 key men ahead of test with Leinster
Wasps are set to welcome back a number of key individuals when they open up the Heineken Champions Cup on Friday night away to Lei…
Alex Shaw
08 Oct, 7:53
Whisper it - the Welsh regions may finally be over their European inferiority complex
Warren Gatland gathered more than 60 players together at The Vale this week to detail his plans for the year leading up to the Rug…
Martyn Thomas
07 Oct, 9:28
12 youngsters who could breakout in this season's Heineken Champions Cup
As the beginning of the 2018/19 Heineken Champions Cup draws closer, RugbyPass take a look at 12 exciting youngsters who could mak…
Alex Shaw
02 Oct, 14:56
Five Australians to look out for in the Heineken Cup
With the 2018 Heineken Cup looming and RugbyPass providing live coverage in Australia, we look at five of the best Aussie talents …
RugbyPass
01 Oct, 13:32
Marseille wins bid for 2020 Champions Cup
EPCR have announced that the city that will host the 2020 Champions Cup.
Online Editors
01 Oct, 4:41
Exclusive: Sexton gives Murray advice over his next contract move
Johnny Sexton has given his Ireland halfback partner Conor Murray some advice when it comes to his next career move.
Nathaniel Cope
26 Sep, 11:43
Toulon appeal EPCR's punishment over Boudjellal's bizarre Morman comments
Toulon have decided to appeal the EPCR's sanction over president Mourad Boudjellal's controversial Morman comments.
Online Editors
24 Sep, 5:18
The keys to Leinster's success and why the rest of Europe should be worried
As soon as Leo Cullen walks in the Aviva Stadium door next Wednesday morning for the new season’s Champions Cup launch, the “D…
Liam Heagney
23 Sep, 6:31
EPCR throw book at controversial Toulon owner over Mormon comments
Toulon president Mourad Boudjellal has been heavily sanctioned by the EPCR for his bizarre comments made in the wake of Mathieu Ba…
Online Editors
17 Jul, 8:23
Holders Leinster handed crunch Champions Cup pool
Holders Leinster will be given a stern test of their credentials after being drawn Pool 1, with the four teams having 11 Champions…
Nathaniel Cope
20 Jun, 9:30
WATCH AGAIN: Champions Cup and Challenge Cup draw - who your team got!
Tune in for the live draw of the Champions Cup and Challenge Cup on RugbyPass. It all starts at 1400 UK and Ireland time
Online Editors
20 Jun, 7:46
Neil Best: 'We are witnessing a momentum shift in European rugby'
After a great weekend of rugby in Bilbao, many fans are reflecting on two hugely contrasting finals -that could easily have gone e…
Neil Best
17 May, 3:33
Kiwis in Europe: European glory for former Blues
Isa Nacewa and Gareth Anscombe are the toast of Leinster and Cardiff Blues respectively.
Campbell Burnes
13 May, 17:09
Leinster player ratings - how the Champions Cup winners fared
Leinster claimed their fourth Champions Cup title with a narrow 15-12 win over Racing at San Mames Stadium in Bilbao - here's how …
Nathaniel Cope
13 May, 4:05
Leone Nakarawa scoops major award
Leone Nakarawa has been rewarded for an outstanding European campaign by being named EPCR European Player of the Year for 2018.
Online Editors
12 May, 17:36
Sexton: European champions Leinster did it the hard way
Leinster were playing catch-up in Saturday's European Champions Cup final against Racing 92 until the last couple of minutes.
Russell Greaves
12 May, 15:12
Record-equalling fourth European Champions Cup win for last-gasp Leinster
Just as they did in 2009, 2011 and 2012, Leinster tasted European Champions Cup glory as Racing 92's stern resistance proved in va…
Russell Greaves
12 May, 13:15
Sexton warns of 'distractions and hype' before Champions Cup final
Johnny Sexton left no one in doubt about his intentions as Leinster target a fourth Champions Cup title.
Tom Webber
11 May, 15:15
VIDEO: The 'octopus hands' that are out to stop Leinster
Racing 92 flanker Donnacha Ryan has given a fascinating insight into his Fijian teammate Leone Nakarawa as they try to stop Leinst…
Nathaniel Cope
11 May, 14:00
VIDEO: Candid Sexton reveals how he deals with big-match nerves
Jonathan Sexton has a vast medal haul, but Ireland's 2018 Six Nations Grand Slam winning outhalf admits he still struggles with ne…
Nathaniel Cope
11 May, 9:38
History beckons for either Leinster or Racing 92, here's what you need to know
Leinster and Racing 92 will battle it out for European Rugby Champions Cup glory in Bilbao, and we have assessed the best Opta sta…
Peter Hanson
11 May, 3:22
22 stats you should know ahead of the Champions Cup Final
Even for the neutrals, this promises to be quite the spectacle, so here's everything you need to know ahead of one of the biggest …
Online Editors
08 May, 7:16
Kiwis in Europe: Conrad Smith leaves a legend
72 Kiwis took part in the weekend's northern hemisphere action, with one taking the field for the last time.
Campbell Burnes
06 May, 17:12
Saracens hopeful after Vunipola hamstring scare
Billy Vunipola experienced hamstring tightness in training on Wednesday, but Saracens expect him to be fit for the Premiership sem…
Iain Strachan
02 May, 17:38
Kiwis in Europe: Maitland and Waldrom set for showdown
91 Kiwis took part in the weekend's northern hemisphere action and form would suggest there may only be two Kiwis involved in next…
Campbell Burnes
29 Apr, 17:50
Falcons snatch win at Tigers after controversial late Hogg try
Leicester Tigers were unable to hold on to a win over Newcastle Falcons with 14 men, leaving their Premiership semi-final hopes in…
Tom Webber
27 Apr, 17:36
Dan Carter shares cheeky farewell letter
Former All Blacks first five-eighth Dan Carter has shared a cheeky farewell letter he received from a young fan on social media.
Online Editors
25 Apr, 17:50
Leinster and Racing players shortlisted for European award
Scott Fardy, Tadhg Furlong, Johnny Sexton, Maxime Machenaud and Leone Nakarawa are in the running for the European Player of the Y…
Peter Thompson
25 Apr, 2:31
Lancaster finds perfect fit at Leinster – Andy Goode
Stuart Lancaster has found his perfect fit at Leinster, his coaching methods are bearing fruit and he might just choose to stick a…
Andy Goode
23 Apr, 21:15
Racing 92 will have to find another gear to compete with Leinster - Neil Best
It’s a great shame for Irish rugby that this season’s European Rugby Champions Cup Final won’t be a Leinster v Munster one. …
Neil Best
23 Apr, 2:29
Racing coach Labit ready for 'formidable' Leinster challenge
Racing 92 were superb for much of their semi-final against Munster, but Laurent Labit says they will have to be even better in the…
Peter Thompson
22 Apr, 22:30
Kiwis in Europe: Dan Carter still chasing silverware
25 Kiwis took part in the northern hemisphere action last weekend.
Campbell Burnes
22 Apr, 16:40
Champions Cup XV of the semi-finals
It wasn’t quite the classic weekend of European semi-final rugby that we all hoped for, with two one-sided results, but what it …
Alex Shaw
22 Apr, 11:35
Battle of Bordeaux - 10 statistics ahead of Munster and Racing 92's Champions Cup semi-final
Racing 92 are looking to become the 12th club to inscribe their name on the trophy when they clash with Munster Rugby in the Champ…
Online Editors
22 Apr, 6:06
'We didn't get a sniff' - Beirne pinpoints area of the game Scarlets simply couldn't compete in
Defeated Scarlets coach Wayne Pivac said he knew Leinster were going to be a lot better team than the one they hammered 12 months …
Ian Cameron
21 Apr, 12:32
Ruthless Leinster bully Scarlets into submission
Leinster booked their place in the Champions Cup Final in Bilbao following a dominant semi-final display against the Scarlets in D…
Ian Cameron
21 Apr, 11:21
Munster be warned - the frightening stats that make Leone Nakarawa a man apart
Racing 92 second row Leone Nakarawa has been one of the standout players in this season's Champions Cup and the Fijian's statistic…
Nathaniel Cope
21 Apr, 3:09
Cullen gives update on O'Brien as concern mounts over Ireland flanker's shoulder injury
Leo Cullen gave an update on Sean O'Brien's injured shoulder and it doesn't look good for the Ireland and Leinster flanker.
Nathaniel Cope
20 Apr, 11:36
Big calls as Leinster and Munster name teams for Champions Cup semi-finals
Leinster and Munster have named their teams for their Champions Cup semi-finals.
Nathaniel Cope
20 Apr, 6:37
Scarlets prop Evans on Pivac to Wales rumours, facing Tadhg Furlong and playing through a broken finger
The Scarlets are on the verge of a Champions Cup final and their success is turning heads at the WRU, with a replacement for Warre…
Nathaniel Cope
19 Apr, 5:11
Kiwis in Europe: No silverware for Clermont Kiwis
92 Kiwis took part in the weekend's northern hemisphere action.
Campbell Burnes
15 Apr, 17:21
Kiwis in Europe: Piutau still gold for Ulster
94 Kiwis took part in the weekend's European action.
Campbell Burnes
08 Apr, 16:56
All-Irish final to cap off year of the Irish – Andy Goode
Irish rugby is riding the crest of a wave at the moment after the Six Nations Grand Slam triumph and an all-Irish final would be a…
Andy Goode
03 Apr, 9:28
Habit and experience - Leinster's recipe for success
Leinster are very clearly in the groove of European winning whilst Sarries are only capable of the occasional performance -the dif…
Neil Best
03 Apr, 4:31
Dan Carter's 'last opportunity' to win European title
Former All Black flyhalf Dan Carter has spoken to The Guardian about his 'last opportunity' to win a European title following Rac…
Online Editors
02 Apr, 18:07
McCall: Saracens not guilty of targeting Sexton
Leo Cullen felt there were "three or four" occasions where Saracens hit Jonathan Sexton with late shots, but Mark McCall defended …
Peter Thompson
01 Apr, 19:01
Kiwis in Europe: Pivac and Parkes guiding Scarlets to glory
43 Kiwis took part in the weekend's northern hemisphere action.
Campbell Burnes
01 Apr, 18:21
The remarkable average attendance at Maro Itoje's last 7 games
Maro Itoje is a player who can boast some remarkable stats.
Ian Cameron
01 Apr, 15:03
Champions Cup XV of the Quarter-Finals
We have our Champions Cup semi-finals.
Racing 92 will entertain Munster in Bordeaux, whilst the Scarlets will travel to Dublin …
Alex Shaw
01 Apr, 13:42
Racing sink Clermont thanks to quick-fire Andreu, Palu tries
Clermont Auvergne suffered fresh European Champions Cup heartbreak, as Racing 92 powered through to the semi-finals.
Peter Hanson
01 Apr, 9:59
Cardiff and Gloucester reach Challenge Cup semis
The semi-final line-up in the European Challenge Cup is complete, after Gloucester and Cardiff Blues reached the last four on Satu…
Christopher Devine
31 Mar, 18:16
Could Ireland add both European Club trophies to a Grand Slam? - Neil Best
It’s a big weekend for European Club Rugby this weekend and I fully expect home advantage to be a key factor. Of the quarter-fin…
Neil Best
29 Mar, 4:07
Barritt describes gruesome facial surgery that will allow him to face Leinster
Brad Barritt will lead holders Saracens into their European Champions Cup quarter-final with Leinster with a titanium plate in hi…
Chris Jones
28 Mar, 10:42
Undercooked or overworked? Who's primed for Champions Cup success - Andy Goode
Will Saracens be overtired? Will Leinster be undercooked? The contrasting approaches of clubs in the all too short period between …
Andy Goode
27 Mar, 0:54
Johnny Sexton believes Ireland have a 'great system in place'
Amid all the talks of player fatigue among England's Six Nations fadeout, Ireland's flyhalf Johnny Sexton believes Ireland has a g…
Online Editors
26 Mar, 20:59
Leinster boss Cullen gives verdict on Itoje
Leinster head coach Leo Cullen is the latest person to weigh into the debate over the form of Maro Itoje, as his side prepare to f…
Nathaniel Cope
21 Mar, 16:08
European Champions Cup returns to free-to-air television in UK and Ireland
Fans in the United Kingdom and Ireland will have access to live Champions Cup rugby as Europe’s elite club tournament makes its …
Online Editors
21 Mar, 7:39
Kiwis in Europe - Woodward firing for Gloucester
72 Kiwis were a part of the weekend's action up north.
Campbell Burnes
04 Mar, 15:47
Toulon owner in trouble over controversial comments
Toulon owner Mourad Boudjellal has landed himself in hot water with the rugby authorities.
Matthew Scott
19 Feb, 12:39
Vito, Nacewa headline Kiwis in line for Europe's player of the year award
Former All Black Victor Vito and ex-Blues player Isa Nacewa have made a shortlist of 15 players nominated for European Player of t…
Online Editors
24 Jan, 16:28
The Premiership's Champions Cup annus horribilis - why?
The ink was barely dry on the quarter-final match-ups of the Champions Cup this past weekend before the public dissection of the P…
Alex Shaw
24 Jan, 4:36
Champions Cup XV of Round 6
The pool stage of the Champions Cup came to a thrilling conclusion this past weekend, as 14 teams bade to join Leinster in the kno…
Alex Shaw
21 Jan, 20:17
Saracens edge into last eight as Wasps and Ulster miss out
The Champions Cup quarter-final line-up is complete, with Saracens, Racing 92, Munster and La Rochelle all progressing.
Nicholas McGee
21 Jan, 15:14
Brive deny Worcester after stadium swap
A stadium swap did not deter Brive, who booked their place in the European Challenge Cup quarter-finals by beating Worcester Warri…
Jack Davies
21 Jan, 2:06
Saracens still not safe, Scarlets battle through
Saracens were big winners on Saturday but could yet be eliminated from the European Champions Cup on Sunday.
Jack Davies
20 Jan, 15:27
Saracens keep their European dream alive with rout
Saracens showed their attacking flair in full flow as they ran in seven tries in a bonus-point win over Northampton Saints on Alex…
RugbyPass
20 Jan, 13:45
Documentary - Lealliifano opens up on rugby, life and his battle with leukaemia
Australian international Christian Lealiifano's certainly has had plenty of challenges in his life.
In a powerful interview bef…
Nathaniel Cope
20 Jan, 9:38
Carbery in line for Leinster return
Ireland were given a Six Nations boost with the news that Joey Carbery has been named on the bench for Leinster’s Champions Cup …
Nathaniel Cope
19 Jan, 7:07
Bastareaud receives ban and its length is going to upset many
Toulon centre Mathieu Bastareaud, has been suspended for three weeks following an independent Disciplinary Hearing in London today…
RugbyPass
17 Jan, 9:35
What the Bastareaud incident tells us about rugby today
French centre Mathieu Bastareaud could be out of the Six Nations after being cited for audibly directing a homophobic slur towards…
Dan Johansson
16 Jan, 7:40
Bastareaud and Haskell to learn fate on Wednesday
France centre Mathieu Bastareaud could face a lengthy ban at a disciplining hearing after seemingly making a homophobic slur.
Peter Thompson
15 Jan, 13:47
Toulon stand by Bastareaud after alleged homophobic slur
Mathieu Bastareaud is the subject of an investigation from the EPCR, but Toulon claim any homophobic slur was out of character.
Ben Spratt
15 Jan, 5:23
Kiwis carving up North - Anscombe still good value for the Blues
Anscombe, now 26, underlined his value to Cardiff with a decisive try and a penalty goal to edge the Blues ahead of their French r…
Campbell Burnes
14 Jan, 20:12
Newcastle and Cardiff Blues book quarter-final spots
Enisei-STM were put to the sword by Newcastle Falcons, who were later joined in the European Challenge Cup quarter-finals by Cardi…
Peter Thompson
14 Jan, 18:37
Leinster seal home quarter-final, wins for Racing, Toulon and Castres
Leinster ran riot against Glasgow Warriors, becoming the first side to reach the quarter-finals of the European Champions Cup.
Peter Thompson
14 Jan, 18:36
Bastareaud cited for apparent homophobic slur
Mathieu Bastareaud claimed he was provoked by Sebastian Negri, but apologised after appearing to call him a "f***ing f****t".
Peter Thompson
14 Jan, 18:34
Champions Cup XV of Round 5
The penultimate round of the European Rugby Champions Cup brought contrasting fortunes for some of the tournament’s front-runner…
Alex Shaw
14 Jan, 16:07
Bastareaud takes to Twitter to address storm over 'homophobic slurs'
Toulon centre Matthieu Bastareaud has taken to social media to address allegations that he used homophobic slurs in his side's Eur…
Ian Cameron
14 Jan, 13:05
EPCR are officially investigating Bastareaud-Negri homophobic incident
An exchange of words between Mathieu Bastareaud and Sebastian Negri will be looked into by Champions Cup organisers.
Peter Thompson
14 Jan, 11:49
Ospreys draw keeps Saracens alive in Champions Cup
Ospreys snatched a draw late on against Saracens but the Premiership club could still qualify for the Champions Cup quarter-finals…
Jack Davies
14 Jan, 1:06
England's Billy Vunipola injured in Ospreys draw
Fresh from his return from knee surgery, Saracens' Billy Vunipola faces concerns over a wrist problem sustained against the Osprey…
Jack Davies
14 Jan, 1:03
Rasolea stuns Stade as Edinburgh clinch quarter-final spot
Stade Francais showed tremendous spirit in a gripping second-half at Murrayfield but were undone by Solomoni Rasolea's winner for …
Tom Webber
12 Jan, 19:29
McCall reveals behind the scenes talks that reignited Saracens season
Mark McCall believes clear the air talks were key to ending a seven game losing run and has put Saracens back on track to register…
Chris Jones
11 Jan, 8:19
Leicester Tigers fans criticised for 'appalling' abuse of referee Mathieu Raynal
A section of the Leicester Tigers support base has been slammed after referee Mathieu Raynal was subjected to verbal abuse as he e…
Ian Cameron
18 Dec, 4:47
Highlights - European Champions Cup
The European Champions Cup goes into the Christmas break after a bruising round of games across the continent this weekend.
Fred Culazzo
18 Dec, 0:16
Young hopeful over Daly injury
Elliot Daly went off with an ankle injury at the Ricoh Arena, but Dai Young offered an optimistic response when asked about his co…
Peter Thompson
17 Dec, 15:51
Spedding extends Sarries losing streak, Wasps halt La Rochelle
Saracens made a blistering start at Clermont, but the Top 14 champions fought back and snatched victory late on despite losing key…
Peter Thompson
17 Dec, 15:37
Kiwis carving up the north - Tigers missing Veainu
The Tigers may have missed fullback Telusa Veainu, after the former Canterbury wing, who has been great value for the Midlands clu…
Campbell Burnes
17 Dec, 14:54
Pool-topping Blues gain Sale revenge
Cardiff Blues failed to score against Sale Sharks last weekend, but ground out a victory in their own backyard on Sunday.
Peter Thompson
17 Dec, 12:55
Leinster rally to beat Chiefs, Bath gain revenge over Toulon
Leinster maintained their march towards the last eight of the Champions Cup by coming from behind to beat Premiership champions Ex…
Peter Thompson
16 Dec, 16:27
Kyle Sinckler reacts to 'abuse' from Twitter trolls after latest fiasco
After receiving a yellow card in Harlequins European Champions Cup match with Ulster in Ravenhill last night, Kyle Sinckler has re…
Ian Cameron
16 Dec, 5:58
From the ridiculous to the sublime - Clermont overcome 'absurd' episode to thump Saracens
Saracens suffered their biggest European defeat as they were beaten 46-14 in the Champions Cup on Monday.
Jack Davies
11 Dec, 14:30
Clermont claim they were duped by Saracens
Saracens host Clermont Auvergne in a rearranged Champions Cup match on Monday, but the Top 14 side are far from happy with the sit…
Jack Davies
11 Dec, 11:50
Saracens vs Clermont rescheduled fixture time announced
Following heavy snowfall over the weekend, Saracens were forced to postpone their third round fixture with ASM Clermont and that r…
RugbyPass
11 Dec, 3:44
Kiwis carving up the north - La Rochelle hot to trot
La Rochelle’s supporters have cause to dream after what was described as a “masterclass” in their 49-29 defeat of Wasps.
Campbell Burnes
10 Dec, 14:23
The RugbyPass 'Champions Cup XV' - Round 3
It was a weekend to forget for the English clubs in the Champions Cup, whilst it offered much-needed lifelines for the two Welsh r…
Alex Shaw
10 Dec, 13:40
Snow rugby - Saracens and Clermont match called off
Saracens have just confirmed that their round three European Rugby Champions Cup fixture versus ASM Clermont Auvergne has been pos…
Ian Cameron
10 Dec, 5:39
Ra's RugbyPass OE - Episode 1 - Glasgow v Montpellier
Kiwi ex-pat Ra Pomare travels to Glasgow where he finds familiar faces pulling the strings in a European Rugby Champions Cup clash…
RugbyPass
09 Dec, 19:46
Cardiff stunned by Sale, Edinburgh march on despite frozen pitch
Sale Sharks produced a surprise in the European Challenge Cup with victory over Cardiff Blues, while Edinburgh are eight clear in …
Alex Fisher
09 Dec, 17:46
Belleau spares Ashton's blushes, Munster move clear in Group 4
Toulon left it late to snatch victory over Bath in the European Champions Cup, while Munster took control of Group 4.
Alex Fisher
09 Dec, 17:44
Montpellier hold off Glasgow to edge Champions Cup thriller
Glasgow Warriors led 17-5 at one stage but Montpellier fought back brilliantly to seal a 29-22 European Champions Cup success at S…
Harry West
09 Dec, 0:13
Holders Stade Francais off the mark in Challenge Cup
European Challenge Cup holders Stade Francais got their first win of the 2017-18 campaign at the third time of asking.
Harry West
08 Dec, 16:14
Doug Howlett advised Irish club to sign Julian Savea
“I’ve tried to talk them into signing Julian Savea and getting him up here but at this stage, it’s not something we are look…
Online Editors
29 Nov, 15:40
Neville to make history as first female ref in men's European fixture
History beckons for Joy Neville in the European Challenge Cup fixture between Bordeaux-Begles and Enisei-STM.
Peter Hanson
07 Nov, 11:32
England prop Joe Marler receives ban
The Harlequins prop, Joe Marler, has been suspended for three weeks following an independent Disciplinary Hearing in London on Wed…
RugbyPass
25 Oct, 10:35
BREAKING: Simon Zebo is leaving Munster
Munster Rugby and the IRFU have confirmed that Simon Zebo will depart the province at the end of the current season.
Online Editors
23 Oct, 11:12
Kiwis carving up the north: Champions Cup round two
While the All Blacks may have gone down to the Wallabies over the weekend, New Zealanders still had a few reasons to smile after a…
Online Editors
22 Oct, 19:39
Armand double leads Exeter past Montpellier as La Rochelle win big
Montpellier gave up the lead at home as Don Armand crossed twice to secure an important Champions Cup victory for Exeter.
Iain Strachan
22 Oct, 14:53
Champions Cup XV of Round 2
From Exeter’s historic 27-24 victory over Montpellier in the south of France to Munster’s tight, ferocious and emotionally-cha…
Alex Shaw
22 Oct, 14:26
Newcastle overcome Bordeaux as Edinburgh make history in Moscow
Bordeaux-Begles gave up a commanding lead to lose at home to Newcastle Falcons in the Challenge Cup on Saturday.
Rob Lancaster
21 Oct, 19:36
Saracens beat Ospreys in thriller, Clermont win marred by Lopez injury
A rousing fightback from Saracens saw the defending Champions Cup winners survive a scare to beat Ospreys in Pool 2.
Alex Fisher
21 Oct, 17:47
Ref Ben Whitehouse has been trending on Twitter...and it's not good
We all have the occasional bad day at work.
However, for most of us, that doesn't happen in front of 20,000 people live and a…
Ian Cameron
21 Oct, 11:33
Late Lyon comeback sinks Sale
After their opening-weekend draw, Sale Sharks came out on the wrong side of another Challenge Cup thriller on Friday as Lyon preva…
Harry West
20 Oct, 20:11
Bath look at home in the wet in battling win over Scarlets
Bath got the better of the Scarlets in a sodden Llanelli as Rhys Priestland kicked them to a Champions Cup win over his old side.
Harry West
20 Oct, 20:03
Gloucester back on track with Agen hammering
Last season's European Challenge Cup finalists Gloucester responded to their opening defeat to Pau by hammering Agen.
Matthew Scott
19 Oct, 17:30
Jackson and Olding will stand trial for rape
Paddy Jackson and Stuart Olding will stand trial for rape it was ruled by the court today.
Online Editors
17 Oct, 13:48
Francois Louw cited for alleged eye-gouge
Francois Louw has now been cited having allegedly made contact with the eyes of Marco Fuser, during Baths win over Treviso on Satu…
Online Editors
17 Oct, 7:40
Warriors must front up against familiar foes Leinster
After winning all of their first six league matches in the Guinness Pro14, Glasgow Warriors were dealt a huge dollop of perspectiv…
Steph Brawn
17 Oct, 2:42
Watch: Francois Louw set to be facing a lengthy ban
While Bath struggled in spells during their match against Benetton on Saturday, they did come away with a comfortable win.
Online Editors
16 Oct, 6:31
Kiwis carving up the north - European Champions Cup Round One
The European Champions Cup kicked off over the weekend, with a number of New Zealanders part of the action.
Jamie Wall
15 Oct, 21:15
Champions Cup XV of Round 1
The Champions Cup kicked off this weekend and reminded us all just what we have been missing over the last five months.
Alex Shaw
15 Oct, 15:20
Eight-try Sarries torment sorry Saints, Toulon deny Halfpenny winning return
Saracens made a huge statement at Franklin's Gardens, scoring eight tries in a second thrashing of Northampton this season.
Peter Thompson
15 Oct, 15:20
Showdown: Hartley vs George for England spot
Northampton Saints' European Champions Cup clash with Saracens will see England hookers Dylan Hartley and Jamie George battle for …
Harry West
14 Oct, 17:51
Leinster make light of injuries to hold off Montpellier
Beaten semi-finalists last season, Leinster began the 2017-18 European Champions Cup with a bonus-point win over Montpellier.
Harry West
14 Oct, 16:08
European Challenge Cup: Stade Français shocked in Siberia
European Challenge Cup holders Stade Français went down to a shock defeat against debutants Krasny Yar in Siberia on Saturday.
Harry West
14 Oct, 15:58
Mixed bag of results in Challenge Cup
There could be no separating Sale Sharks and Toulouse on Friday as the two sides opened their Challenge Cup campaigns with a 20-20…
Harry West
13 Oct, 17:24
Ulster draw first blood after news of Coetzee blow
The opening European Champions Cup game of 2017-18 was hardly a classic but Ulster will care little.
Harry West
13 Oct, 16:49
Watch: RugbyPass Pre Game - Northampton Saints
Sunday can't come soon enough, need a quick fix in the build-up to Northampton Saints vs. Saracens?
Online Editors
13 Oct, 6:26
Slade stars in European Challenge Cup opener
Gloucester made wholesale changes from their league win over Northampton Saints last time out and were duly punished by the Fren…
Jamie Smith
12 Oct, 17:05
Every game in the 2017/18 Champions Cup predicted - this team wins
Alex Shaw
11 Oct, 9:04
These are the 64 'Youngs Guns' you need to watch out for in this year's Champions and Challenge Cups
The registered Champions Cup and Challenge Cup squads for the Premiership, PRO14 and Top 14 sides have been released and excitemen…
Alex Shaw
08 Oct, 9:10
Good week, bad week: Chris and Dan set to break try records
A rare appearance for Chris Ashton in the 'good' column this week, but no such luck for Willie Le Roux. Oh, Willie...
GOOD WEEK…
James Harrington
05 Apr, 7:21
The second coming of Stuart Lancaster
Leinster marched on to the European Challenge Cup semifinals with a comfortable victory over Wasps at the weekend. It was another …
Lee Calvert
04 Apr, 21:15
Where did it all go wrong for Ospreys? And all the other European rugby talking points
Ups and downs for potential Lions, new questions over Mike Ford's brief future at Toulon, Saracens next in line to try and tame th…
James Harrington
03 Apr, 13:00
Le Roux error proves costly as Leinster march into last four
Willie Le Roux's error proved costly as Leinster ran in four tries to seal a European Champions Cup semi-final place at Wasps' exp…
Alex Fisher
01 Apr, 11:34
Murray to start for Munster in Toulouse clash
Despite not being able to train fully this week, Conor Murray has been given the nod to start against Top 14 side Toulouse.
Peter Thompson
31 Mar, 11:05
Good week, bad week: Jonathan Joseph in A Tweet Too Far
England player chose the wrong moment to tell the Twittersphere all about his footwear – but another international picked the ri…
James Harrington
28 Mar, 9:31
Weekend Round-Up: High Tension as Quarter-Final Line-Up Decided
RugbyPass
22 Jan, 13:42
The Pick of the Final Round of European Champions Cup Pool Matches
RugbyPass
18 Jan, 13:51
Time to End Italian Clubs' Champions Cup Misery
James Harrington
17 Jan, 14:38
Weekend Round-Up: Heartbreak, Joy and Late, Late Drama
RugbyPass
15 Jan, 13:39
Four of the Weekend's Must-See European Champions Cup Clashes
RugbyPass
11 Jan, 3:46
The State of the Pools as the European Champions Cup Returns
James Harrington
09 Jan, 7:42
Weekend Round-Up: Cards, Fightbacks, and Brief Returns
RugbyPass
08 Jan, 13:26
This Week's Biggest Matches on Rugby Pass
RugbyPass
04 Jan, 16:45
Nine Northern Hemisphere Players to Watch Out For in 2017
James Harrington
03 Jan, 9:31
Weekend Round-Up: Can Leigh Kick It?
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18 Dec, 15:22
Dylan Hartley's Ban Highlights Hidden Problem for Warren Gatland
James Harrington
14 Dec, 11:21
This Week's Biggest Matches on Rugby Pass
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13 Dec, 21:18
Weekend Round-Up: Belfast Try Bonanza
RugbyPass
11 Dec, 15:20
This Week's Biggest Matches on Rugby Pass
RugbyPass
07 Dec, 3:21
Clermont Are White Hot as the Champions Cup Returns
James Harrington
06 Dec, 14:34
Maybe Zebre Shouldn't Be Playing In The Champions Cup
Lee Calvert
25 Oct, 16:15
Champions Cup: Is It Too Early To Start Dreaming Of An All-Ireland Final?
James Harrington
24 Oct, 18:34
Weekend Round-Up: Who'll Rule Pool 1?
Calum Henderson
23 Oct, 17:31
Peter Bills: Why Are Saracens So Good? Because Their Players KISS
Peter Bills
18 Oct, 21:30
This Week’s Biggest Matches On Rugby Pass
Calum Henderson
18 Oct, 19:21
Remembering Anthony Foley
James Harrington
17 Oct, 16:39
Rugby Pass Podcast: A Dip In The Champions Cup Pools
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12 Oct, 17:37
A Pool-by-Pool Guide To The 2016/17 European Champions Cup
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11 Oct, 17:09
A Tale of Two Rugbies: An Englishman's Sad Northern Hemisphere Admission
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26 Apr, 17:26
Rugby Pass Podcast: A Surprising Prediction
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20 Apr, 21:25
Jimmy Gopperth Proves Wasps Are Strong as Ever
Martyn Thomas
11 Apr, 19:18
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