Rugby Union Thread

[lovejoy]

Saracens vs Leicester - it's difficult to know who to root for. Neither team are in any way loveable. I think overall I'd prefer to see the Saffas win at least its a change from the old guard.

[PaulWinch again]

Great final this.

[cheltenhamlion]

So what do people make of the initial world cup squad then? Some peculiar choices as I see it but there we go.

[PaulWinch again]

I like the fact Stevens is in, because I think he adds a lot to the front row. A couple of interesting choices, although centres are still the concern.

[Dave Summers]

Good weekend of Heineken Cup games with the Welsh and Scots taking pride of place with wins for all of their teams.

Saw the Northampton and Gloucester games and not sure either got what they deserved.  Amazing talent coming through at Glaws with the likes of Burns, Trinder, Sharples and May looking really promising.  I'm sure Cheltenham Lion can enlighten on what they stick in the water down there to produce such players.

I would say its looking promising for the future for England, but I have no faith in the RFU to sort the mess that is currently there.  And if by some fluke Johnson stays, then I am damn sure he won't be picking them anytime soon and we will be relying on the likes of Banahan and other bruisers instead.   (bangs head against wall)

As I said, good weekend and bring on the next one.

[cheltenhamlion]

Glaws were unlucky but I would have taken a bonus point before the game.

The Academy is very strong. Basically, they are involved in coaching across the county and from a young age.

Add in a few teenagers that haven't already been picked up from Bath/Bristol way, a school system that has rugby on the curriculum at every school in the county and hey presto.

Will the nippers get picked for England? Will they bollocks. Too much attacking talent.

I do see a major trophy in the next 2-3 years mind if we keep them together.

[lovejoy]

Having just got back from Toulouse I must say how proud I was of Glaws yesterday - I never thought we'd be anywhere close and did, for a moment, think we might actually win. Whilst Tindall is getting a lot of focus for me its the unsung heroes, the like of Buxton and Nick Wood who pulled out massive games. Also mention to the travelling support (1,500+ I reckon) certainly kept the locals in check!
I wont be near any alcohol this week.

[UK Redsox]

Martin Johnson quits as England Manager

http://news.bbc.co.uk/sport1/hi/rugby_union/15756480.stm

[PaulWinch again]

Will be interesting to see who takes over. Hopefully someone progressive and the RFU can get its house in order.

[cheltenhamlion]

Agreed. Perhaps we look abroad. Whoever gets the job needs to bring the attack minded kids through.

[cheltenhamlion]

Mallender?

[PaulWinch again]

Might be a good shout.

[cheltenhamlion]

Two bloody home defeats on the bounce. Its unheard of.

[lovejoy]

At work I have a spurs fan on one side and a harlequins fan on the other side. It's a 'mare.
The next game? Just Leicester!

[Dante Lavelli]

Does anyone know where I can find streams to rugby matches.  I am currently outside the UK so SKY etc are no good to me.  Currently searching for streams of Saints v Saracens.

Come on you Saints!!