Stormers appeal Investec Champions Cup ban decision
The South African franchise are disputing the three-match ban handed to hooker JJ Kotze for his red card against Bristol, and a di…
Jon Newcombe
21 Oct 2026, 1:56
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Heartbreak for Exeter who come close to toppling 14-man Toulouse in thriller
Exeter slipped to a 43-40 Champions Cup defeat against 14-man Toulouse despite Zack Wimbush scoring a hat-trick.
PA
18 Oct 2026, 9:58
Opinion
Exeter Chiefs player ratings vs Toulouse | 2026/27 Investec Champions Cup
Exeter Chiefs player ratings: Rob Baxter's Chiefs were tasked with arguably the toughest assignment in club rugby, winning away to…
Ian Cameron
18 Oct 2026, 9:22
French stars shine as Leicester Tigers ka-Pau'ed in Champions Cup
Ollie Chessum made a try-scoring return from injury but Leicester Tigers fell short in their opening Champions Cup clash with Pau …
PA
18 Oct 2026, 7:15
Exeter Chiefs put 6'6 monster on wing against Toulouse in Champions Cup baptism of fire
Exeter Chiefs boss Rob Baxter gives rookie outside centre Zack Wimbush only his second appearance on the wing for the Investec Cha…
Neil Fissler
16 Oct 2026, 4:40
Archie van der Flier's form prompts questions about Test allegiance
A few years ago, van der Flier was playing uni rugby for Nottingham, whilst appearing for the city's Champ side on loan from Leice…
Jon Newcombe
16 Oct 2026, 3:08
Opinion
My South African darkhorse for this season's Champions Cup - Andy Goode
The opening weekend of the Champions Cup is one of the highlights of the rugby calendar and these early rounds are absolutely pivo…
Andy Goode
15 Oct 2026, 8:47
What the future holds with Premier Sports' EPCR deal entering its final year
In what could be their final season as rights holders, the broadcaster's coverage of the Champions Cup kicks off on Friday night a…
Jon Newcombe
14 Oct 2026, 4:20
Analysis
How humble Pau are slowly turning into Top 14 powerhouse
Pau head coach Sébastien Piqueronies is slowly building a serious Top 14 outfit, not through superstars, but great coaching
Gavin Mortimer
14 Oct 2026, 3:17
France's Emmanuel Meafou signs huge deal
France lock Emmanuel Meafou has signed a five-year contract extension with Toulouse, keeping him at the Top 14 champions until 203…
Josh Raisey
07 Oct 2026, 4:42
Glasgow's Franco Smith weighs in on rumoured revamp of Champions Cup
Glasgow head coach Franco Smith believes a proposed ‘elitist’ revamp of the European Champions Cup would have an adverse effec…
Bryn Palmer
02 Oct 2026, 10:00
Full list of winners at French rugby awards as Jack Willis retains title
Overlooked England international Jack Willis has been named Top 14 Player of the Year for the second consecutive year at La Nuit d…
Francisco Isaac
28 Sep 2026, 23:45
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Noah Brown: Brive's 6ft 9ins, 124kg teen eligible for England and the Springboks and targeting Test rugby
Six months ago, the giant 19-year-old had no club and scant prospects. Now he's signed up in France and picquing the interest of R…
Jamie Lyall
28 Sep 2026, 8:22
Champions Cup refs revealed: Piardi's old rival handed opening night honour
The former playing rival and teammate of Italy's leading referee, Andrea Piardi, has been handed the honour of refereeing the firs…
Jon Newcombe
28 Sep 2026, 7:05
Jack Willis on brink of matching exclusive Antoine Dupont feat in France
Jack Willis could join Antoine Dupont in an exclusive club next week after the Toulouse flanker was shortlisted for the Top 14 Pla…
Josh Raisey
22 Sep 2026, 2:48
Waisea Nayacalevu makes drastic position switch on debut for new club
Former Fiji captain Waisea Nayacalevu will make his debut for Rugby Olympique de Grasse, but in an unusual role: at no.8 for the F…
Francisco Isaac
20 Sep 2026, 4:41
