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Rugby Union

Wales suffer heartache as South Africa reach World Cup final

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South Africa defeated Wales 19-16 and secure a place in the World Cup final against England next Saturday. The first half was a tentative one with no real try threatening chances. The kicking game however, was faultless. South Africa number...

Six Nations opening weekend round up

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The first weekend of February is always a big event for Rugby fans across the globe, and whilst the wait for the return of the Six Nations was shorter than usual, fans were eagerly awaiting the return of international test rugby. Here is a round up of all the weekend's action. 
Liverpool St Helens Rugby Union Football Club

England Women’s rugby union international reflects on her pathway to Six Nations

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An England Women's rugby union star from Merseyside has described the obstacles she overcame to make it ahead of her side's Six Nations kick off next month. Sarah Beckett will line up against Italy on 24th March having made the...

Prenton looking forward to be being back to full strength.

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Title-chasers Prenton RUFC are back in action in the HALBRO North West Leagues on Saturday as they face Parkonians in a local derby clash.  Prenton’s game was postponed last week because of a waterlogged pitch. St Edwards took advantage to...
Liverpool St Helens Rugby Union Football Club

Birkenhead Park look to extend unbeaten streak

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Birkenhead Park have a perfect opportunity to extend their 13-game winning streak as they travel to bottom of the league Liverpool St Helens. After a disappointing result in Lancaster last weekend, the hosts are hoping to bounce back from their...
Caldy RFC Crowd

Caldy comeback not enough to overturn Ampthill first half rout

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Ampthill withstood a late Caldy comeback to secure a 31-26 win over the Wirral side, in Championship Cup Group C action at The Onley Field. Ampthill hit first in the third minute courtesy of a try from Joe Sproston after some early pressure. Tom Hardwick pulled his conversion kick wide.
Firwood waterloo ground

Century at memorial ground for Firwood Waterloo RUFC

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Firwood Waterloo rugby club has commemorated 100 years at the Memorial ground - but Covid restrictions have stopped any major celebrations for their loyal supporters. The Merseyside club moved to the Memorial ground in March 1921 after Rex Schofield the 1890’s captain suggested a new home for the team.
rugby new tackling laws by RFU - pic by Merseysportlive

Liverpool rugby coach airs concern over new RFU tackling laws

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A senior rugby coach in Liverpool today issued a warning over the new controversial tackling laws set to be introduced. The RFU confirmed the height of tackles must be reduced to targeting no higher than the waist, following France who implemented the same law for amateur rugby in 2019.
Johnny May - photo by Clément Bucco-Lechat (under CC licence)

England fight off hellacious highland winds to beat Scotland in the 6-nations

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England regain Calcutta cup after two years with a 13-6 win over brave Scotland side. The first half was very much a game of three teams, England, Scotland, and the hectic Highland winds which came out on top. Both teams struggled...
Marcus Smith - pic creative commons licence by Jack86mkII (1)

Top 5 players who will boss rugby Six Nations

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With the first weekend of fixtures in the 2022 Six Nations played, who should you be watching? In no particular order, here is our list of ones to watch as the tournament continues. Marcus Smith (ENG) Ok so bear with me on...

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