Springboks coach Jacques Nienaber revealed that he did not select Elton Jantjies for the Test against Argentina as it would put too much pressure on his mental health. Jantjies has been in hot water again this year after allegations of an affair with team dietitian Zeenat Simjee were made by a South African newspaper before Read more about Jacques Nienaber: Elton Jantjies omission is to protect his mental health[…]

Following Arsène Wenger’s decision to finally step down as Arsenal coach, the club are left with pivotal decisions – ‘Where to next?’ And, perhaps more importantly – ‘How do we get there?’ Wenger revolutionised the club’s identity but, given the furore and farce surrounding his elongated tenure, do Arsenal adhere to the Frenchman’s ideals that Read more about FEATURE | What would Leonardo Jardim bring if Arsenal tapped him to be Arsène Wenger’s successor?[…]

All Blacks legend Sir John Kirwan is concerned over rugby league offers for newly capped Test centre Roger Tuivasa-Sheck. The code-hopper made a solid switch to rugby union and starred for the Blues en route to the Super Rugby Pacific final, where they lost to the Crusaders. Limited opportunity The centre was given limited minutes Read more about Sir John Kirwan: NRL clubs circling for Roger Tuivasa-Sheck[…]

Premier League side Newcastle United have re-entered into discussions with PSG over signing goalkeeper Alphonse Areola, according to France Football. The outlet claims that Les Parisiens are prepared to the French international to make way for a new number one this summer, seeking around €20m. Rafa Benitez has held several one-on-one discussions with PSG’s current #1, having Read more about Newcastle United in talks to sign PSG goalkeeper Alphonse Areola[…]

Italy have named a 35-man training squad ahead of the upcoming Autumn Nations Series, which includes Melbourne Rebels wing Monty Ioane. The 27-year-old departed Benetton just before the start of this season to move back to Melbourne – the place of his birth – and signed for Super Rugby Pacific side the Rebels. Mental health Read more about Italy: Monty Ioane selected in Azzurri squad ahead of Autumn Nations Series despite Australia move[…]

Speaking to reporters following Toulouse’s 2-1 victory over EA Guingamp, goalscorer Max Gradel fired shots at PSG, who he felt did not give their all in their 0-0 draw against Caen this evening. Had Caen lost, Toulouse would have been assured Ligue 1 safety. Instead, they will have to face one of AC Ajaccio or Read more about Max Gradel angry at PSG for “under-playing” against Caen: “They did not respect football.”[…]

A stunning fightback in the dying moments of the second half sealed a remarkable 40-36 victory for Northampton Saints against Wasps at the Coventry Building Society Arena on Sunday. Wasps were on course to victory, despite having full-back Jacob Umaga red carded in the 67th minute, as they were leading 36-28 in the game’s closing Read more about Premiership: Northampton Saints fightback stuns Wasps, Saracens cruise past Newcastle Falcons[…]

Ouest-France report that Rennes are in ongoing talks with imminent free agent Hatem Ben Arfa over a possible summer move. Initial contact was made with the player in March, and Ben Arfa remains an individual that the Ligue 1 side are interested in. Click Here: Celtic football tracksuit They have also reached out to Sofiane Read more about Rennes remain in contact with Hatem Ben Arfa[…]

Premiership Rugby and the Rugby Football Union (RFU) have issued a joint statement following the news that Wasps are likely to enter administration. Click Here: Gold Coast Suns Guernsey The club game in England is reeling at the moment after the former Heineken Cup champions’ news, which comes after Worcester Warriors were relegated. That’s led Read more about Premiership: Joint statement issued as rugby chiefs look to strengthen clubs’ financial resilience[…]

With call-ups for Val Rapava-Ruskin and Cadan Murley and with Henry Slade and Alex Mitchell omitted, Planet Rugby’s James While joined England head coach Eddie Jones shortly after his November Tests squad announcement on Monday at the England Rugby Press Conference held at Twickenham. There is 13 Test matches left until the 2023 Rugby World Read more about Eddie Jones: England coach discusses squad selection, referee decision-making and cross-sport coaching[…]