• November 21, 2024

Steve Borthwick: England head coach confident of RFU backing despite ongoing losing streak | Rugby Union News

Steve Borthwick insists he has the backing of the Rugby Football Union’s management to help turn around England’s winless run of five matches. England were edged out 29-20 by world champions South Africa at Allianz Stadium on Saturday, their third defeat in as many Autumn Nations Series internationals following narrow losses to both New Zealand…

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Scotland: Steve Clarke believes they were ‘due a break’ after vital Nations League win over Croatia | Football News

Steve Clarke felt his Scotland side ended their long wait for a win with arguably their poorest performance of the UEFA Nations League campaign – but were due the break they received from Croatia’s disputed red card. Croatia looked the more dangerous side until Petar Sucic received a second yellow card in the 44th minute…

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Celtics fans boo Steve Kerr over Tatum’s Olympic playing time

Golden State Warriors head coach Steve Kerr reacts during the first half against of an NBA game the Boston Celtics at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Paul Rutherford-Imagn Images BOSTON — Golden State coach Steve Kerr was reminded Wednesday during pregame introductions that Boston’s fans didn’t like his playing time for Celtics’ star Jayson Tatum at…

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Joe El-Abd: Sir Alex Ferguson’s Manchester United an example for Steve Borthwick’s England re staff changes | Rugby Union News

New defence coach Joe El-Abd believes the success of Sir Alex Ferguson’s Manchester United shows why England could benefit from the recent upheaval in Steve Borthwick’s backroom staff. El-Abd has taken over from Felix Jones after the Irishman who helped South Africa win the 2019 and 2023 World Cups unexpectedly handed in his resignation in…

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Scotland: Now isn’t the time to rip up Steve Clarke’s plan, says Kris Boyd | Football News

Scotland have not won a competitive match for over a year, but Sky Sports’ Kris Boyd is warning the Tartan Army that a change of manager is not the answer. Steve Clarke has been criticised after a disappointing Euro 2024 tournament, with the pressure increasing after back-to-back defeats in the Nations League. After conceding a…

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Jack Rowell: Steve Borthwick leads tributes as former England and Bath head coach dies aged 87 | Rugby Union News

Steve Borthwick has led tributes to former England and Bath head coach Jack Rowell following his death at the age of 87. Rowell coached England from 1994 to 1997, overseeing 21 victories in 29 Tests and a World Cup semi-final appearance against New Zealand in Cape Town, when Jonah Lomu scored four tries as the…

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Deja vu for Scotland as their Euros journey ends with Steve Clarke’s future in question – Euro 2024 hits and misses | Football News

Deja vu for Scotland as lack of attacking threat costs them Image: Scotland are heading home from Euro 2024 after a last-gasp defeat to Hungary saw them finish bottom of Group A Once again the Tartan Army believed and once again they were left in tears as another campaign ended at the group stages. It…

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Scotland reporter notebook: Steve Clarke’s side must show they are not just at Euro 2024 to make up the numbers | Football News

Scotland are still at the party and have a chance of making it through to the last 16. They have given themselves this chance after an improved performance and result against Switzerland. It was a game that Scotland will feel they could have won, but they also could have lost, given the chances the Swiss…

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Lewis Morgan added to Scotland’s provisional Euro 2024 squad by Steve Clarke | Football News

Scotland head coach Steve Clarke has added New York Red Bulls star Lewis Morgan to his provisional squad ahead of Euro 2024. The 27-year-old – who has nine goals and three assists to his name this season – has been used as a forward in the MLS. Morgan last played for the national team in…

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Scotland Euro 2024 squad: Steve Clarke’s key decisions ahead of initial announcement | Football News

Steve Clarke will name his initial Scotland squad for Euro 2024 on Wednesday – but who could be on that plane to Germany? In recent weeks that picture has become less clear following injuries to key players. There are issues at right-back, while decisions need to be made in the goalkeeping department and in midfield.…

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