Rugby News - Northern Hemisphere

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  • Wednesday, 16. November, 2011
    Mallett snubs England job

    Mallett snubs England job

    Nick Mallett has ruled himself out of contention to replace Martin Johnson as England's next head coach.

  • Wednesday, 16. November, 2011
    Andrew stands firm

    Andrew stands firm

    Defiant Rob Andrew insisted he would not be following Martin Johnson in resigning his lucrative post at the Rugby Football Union.

  • Wednesday, 16. November, 2011
    Mallinder favourite for top job

    Mallinder favourite for top job

    Northampton boss Jim Mallinder has been installed as the early favourite to replace Martin Johnson as England manager.

  • Wednesday, 16. November, 2011
    Johnson explains quit decision

    Johnson explains quit decision

    Martin Johnson believes his decision to step down as England manager is right for both him and the national side.

  • Wednesday, 16. November, 2011
    Williams to take on Australia

    Williams to take on Australia

    Wales wing Shane Williams will get the chance to end his Test career in style when Warren Gatland's side face Australia on December 3.

  • Wednesday, 16. November, 2011
    Humphreys targets Tigers upset

    Humphreys targets Tigers upset

    Former Leicester star Ian Humphreys believes Ulster can cause his old side problems in Saturday's Heineken Cup clash at Welford Road.

  • Wednesday, 16. November, 2011
    Johnson quits as England boss

    Johnson quits as England boss

    Martin Johnson has resigned from his role as England team manager following last month's disastrous World Cup campaign in New Zealand.

  • Wednesday, 16. November, 2011
    Tait hails Tu'ifua signing

    Tait hails Tu'ifua signing

    Newcastle boss Alan Tait has described the signing of Samoan World Cup star Taiasina Tu'ifua as a "magnificent capture" for the club.

  • Wednesday, 16. November, 2011
    Edwards: I'd enjoy England role

    Edwards: I'd enjoy England role

    Wales defence coach Shaun Edwards would relish the opportunity of joining England's coaching staff one day.

  • Tuesday, 15. November, 2011
    PGB chief promises WC review

    PGB chief promises WC review

    Professional Game Board chairman Ian Metcalfe says England's failed World Cup campaign will be subject to a comprehensive review.

  • Tuesday, 15. November, 2011
    Brits cited for dangerous tackle

    Brits cited for dangerous tackle

    Saracens' Schalk Brits has been cited for an alleged dangerous tackle in Sunday's Heineken Cup game against Benetton Treviso.

  • Tuesday, 15. November, 2011
    Jenkins keen to resolve future

    Jenkins keen to resolve future

    Gethin Jenkins has told Cardiff Blues he wants his future to be sorted out, with his current deal set to expire at the end of the season.

  • Tuesday, 15. November, 2011
    Cockerill on Edwards rumours

    Cockerill on Edwards rumours

    England were in no position to approach Shaun Edwards over a potential coaching role, claims Leicester director of rugby Richard Cockerill.

  • Tuesday, 15. November, 2011
    Roberts misses Exiles clash

    Roberts misses Exiles clash

    Cardiff Blues centre Jamie Roberts will miss Friday's Heineken Cup clash with London Irish with a twisted knee, Justin Burnell has confirmed.

  • Tuesday, 15. November, 2011
    Yachvili to miss Sarries clash

    Yachvili to miss Sarries clash

    Biarritz have confirmed France scrum-half Dimitri Yachvili will miss Saturday's Heineken Cup clash with Saracens.