Top 14 clubs in tug-of-war over Lions and Wales lock Adam Beard
He has made 20 appearances for the club this season, including coming off the replacements bench during their Challenge Cup final …
Neil Fissler
01 Jun 2026, 7:51
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Opinion
'Take a bow Paul Gustard, the Englishman who has masterminded the astonishing resurrection of Stade Français'
Paul Gustard's stint at Harlequins ended prematurely but in Paris he has transformed a dysfunctional club into Top 14 contenders.
Gavin Mortimer
01 Jun 2026, 5:22
Analysis
Arguably rugby's most gifted nation tops Pro D2 try-scoring charts
With the Pro D2 knockouts in full swing, we still have time to dive deep into what happened in the regular season, specifically wh…
Francisco Isaac
30 May 2026, 0:54
Opinion
Two ineligible England stars make our Champions Cup team of tournament
Bordeaux-Begles produced arguably the greatest-ever Investec Champions Cup final performance on Saturday, sweeping Leinster aside …
Josh Raisey
26 May 2026, 5:55
Best-supported Pro D2 outfit beats crowd average of four PREM clubs
France's second division, Pro D2, is celebrating another groundbreaking season with average attendances for the regular season up …
Jon Newcombe
19 May 2026, 8:01
The 14 British and Irish players to feature in the Pro D2 play-offs
It's (finally) decision time in Pro D2! The regular season is over, and RC Vannes, US Colomiers, Provence Rugby, Valence Romans, U…
Francisco Isaac
17 May 2026, 1:00
Jamie Ritchie will not play for Perpignan again as club confirm his exit
Perpignan have simultaneously announced that former Scotland captain Jamie Ritchie is out for the remainder of the season, and wil…
Josh Raisey
13 May 2026, 3:55
Analysis
Why France's potential next head coach looked to South Africa for inspiration
Feted as France's next coach in waiting, Yannick Bru says an insight in the the unique mindset of South African rugby has been piv…
Gavin Mortimer
12 May 2026, 6:46
Exclusive
Stade Francais bring former PREM hooker into coaching setup
After hanging up his boots in 2013, Richmond has gained a wealth of experience in club and international rugby, either as a full-t…
Jon Newcombe
05 May 2026, 7:06
Eight major France-based rugby players who have effectively become free agents
The 2025/26 Top 14 season is approaching its conclusion, and with it comes a period of uncertainty for a number of players whose c…
Francisco Isaac
03 May 2026, 1:29
Four ex-England players among 10 biggest Top 14 and Pro D2 departures
From cult heroes to unfinished business, the Top 14 and Pro D2 are waving goodbye to some familiar faces as a busy summer of exits…
Francisco Isaac
02 May 2026, 1:15
French rugby amend one law and propose two further changes
The Ligue Nationale de Rugby, in collaboration with the French rugby union, have decided to make two changes for the future, while…
Francisco Isaac
27 Apr 2026, 5:28
Opinion
‘You can’t build a dynasty without a strong DNA - Toulouse’s is stronger than Bordeaux’s'
Are Bordeaux able to build sustained success like their great rivals, or will they go the way of La Rochelle?
Gavin Mortimer
24 Apr 2026, 7:57
LNR report reveals eye-watering Toulouse budget
The Ligue Nationale de Rugby (LNR) has published its official report for the 2024/2025 season, covering Top 14 and Pro D2 club bud…
Francisco Isaac
17 Apr 2026, 2:29
Gael Fickou reportedly signs for Top 14 rivals, opening door for Racing 92 deals
France centre Gael Fickou has signed for Toulon on a two-year deal ahead of next season, according to French outlet L'Equipe.
Josh Raisey
14 Apr 2026, 8:29
Louis Bielle-Biarrey mega-deal could see multiple players axed
Others are looking to re-sign their star players — as is the case with Union Bordeaux Bègles and Louis Bielle-Biarrey.
Francisco Isaac
13 Apr 2026, 6:19
