The midfielder defied a heavy schedule to impress on a tricky pitch at Newport County, attracting praise from his manager Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola lauded David Silva for playing “like Phil Foden” during the 4-1 victory over Newport County in the FA Cup fifth round. The Premier League champions failed to find the net throughout the first…
Read moreRed Bulls sign MLS Defender of the Year Long to contract extension
The defender has been rewarded for a journey that saw him rise from the third tier of U.S. Soccer to be named the top player in his position Reigning MLS Defender of the Year Aaron Long has signed a contract extension with the New York Red Bulls, the club announced on Monday. Click Here: Putters…
Read moreMilitary techniques helping Waratahs conquer fears
The Waratahs have been going through military-like training in preparation for the 2017 Super Rugby season, confronting their fears in a country NSW camp this week. NSW plays its first trial on Saturday, against the Brumbies in Mudgee, and have been undergoing a number of team-bonding activities designed to increase their composure in chaos. Some…
Read moreHill to head up Brumbies' high performance
Former Melbourne Rebels coach Damien Hill will head up the Brumbies’ high performance department, the franchise announced on Wednesday. Hill, who most recently headed up Japanese side Ricoh Black Rams, started his career as a development officer with the Brumbies and has also coached at Sydney Uni and Top League team Suntory. This new role…
Read moreHodgson's high but where to now for Force
The Western Force sent as emphatic a message as they could muster in their final 2017 match, beating the Waratahs 40-11. They have finished second in the Australian conference, eclipsing their biggest winning margin against NSW, previously 12, and their biggest tally against their East Coast rivals. A minute’s applause rang out from a 10,384…
Read moreSmith looking over shoulder as Lomax rises
Toby Smith is making his return to the Wallabies fold and says he wouldn’t be surprised to be joined by young teammate Tyrel Lomax sooner rather than later. Lomax is likely to be a part of the Wallabies’ opening June Test week in Melbourne, despite not being part of the main 34-man squad. Smith said…
Read moreForce appeal adjourned in Supreme Court
The battle between Rugby WA and the ARU will continue, with an appeal decision in the Supreme Court adjourned today. Earlier today, Rugby WA was granted the chance to appeal against their Super Rugby axing, after the arbitration decision found in favour of the governing body, who immediately moved to axe them. The appeal was…
Read morePlayers shoulder responsibility for Waratahs disappointments
Retiring Waratahs lock Dean Mumm says the players have faith in the bigger picture at the club, with the buck ultimately resting in their hands. The Waratahs have produced a groundhog season of performances, for just four wins, and it was the same again in a 40-27 loss to the Jaguares on Saturday night. “I…
Read moreSANZAAR flags Super Rugby announcement
The format of Super Rugby in 2018 will be publicly known on Sunday night, SANZAAR confirmed on Saturday. Super Rugby’s governing body issued a media alert on Saturday night, confirming they would be announcing the competition format for 2018 at 6pm AEST Sunday. While SANZAAR will clarify the overall format, exactly which teams are involved…
Read morePeni's 2017 chances dashed after injury
Force winger Chance Peni may not suit up for the rest of the 2017 season, after rupturing his groin. Peni was ruled out of Saturday’s clash with the Chiefs and coach Dave Wessels said the winger was in danger of missing the entire season. “Chance has ruptured his groin so there’s a chance that unfortunately…
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