As captain Marlie Packer lifted the Six Nations trophy into the Bordeaux air, there was a dizzying sense of deja vu. This was England’s sixth successive Six Nations title and a third consecutive Grand Slam. Their dominance in this competition is simply unparalleled, not just in rugby but in sport.]]>
England completed their grand slam quest in Bordeaux, the visitors scoring six tries – two from Alex Matthews – to earn a 21-point victory over FranceJohn Mitchell speaks to BBC TV. The Red Roses coach urges his side: “We must keep the emotions calm so people can be decisive under pressure.” But he’s also keen for a challenge. “Today will be a different story [than against Ireland]. Today will be an arm-wrestle and we’re ready for it. We can’t wait.”It’s dry in Bordeaux! (insert wine pun of your...
Ireland make two changes for Saturday's Women's Six Nations match against England as centre Aoife Dalton and second row Hannah O'Connor come into the starting XV.
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France and England remain undefeated ahead of their meeting on the final weekend
France 21-42 England: A sixth consecutive Six Nations crown was secured by a brilliant win in front of a hostile Bordeaux crowd
England’s women’s side face France in Bordeaux on Saturday. Brian Ashton led England’s men’s side to the 2007 World Cup final. John Mitchell’s team have scored 38 tries in their four wins in Six Nations
Beth Mead scored twice to keep the pressure on top two and help Arsenal gain unassailable lead over fourth-placed Man UtdMan Utd 2-2 Tottenham: Le Tissier strikes late for hosts2 min: As expected, Catley partners Williamson in the centre of defence for Arsenal. The hosts have looked very comfortable in possession so far.We’re under way at the Emirates Stadium! Continue reading
Head coach Scott Bemand has made two changes to the starting XV for Saturday’s trip to Twickenham.
Beth Mead and Alessia Russo both scored twice as Jonas Eidevall was banished to the stands as Arsenal consolidated third place2 min: Short corner taken and only just cleared by City’s defenders. Arsenal’s backline immediately assumes possession, with Catley making a bust down the wing. City are sat deep in a back five.1 min: Both teams take the knee and we are underway at a chilly Meadow Park. It gets windy up in Herts. Arsenal immediately go on the attack. Continue reading
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