Reds bring in more youth for Highlanders clash

Generation Next carried the Reds to their win last week and Nick Stiles has continued to back his young guns, bringing two Australian U20s players in on the bench for the clash with the Highlanders. Reece Hewat and Jayden Ngamanu have been named to potentially make their Super Rugby debuts, a reward for their form…

By JohnValbyNation September 29, 2019 0

Newcastle not safe from relegation yet warns Benitez

Fabian Schar and Sean Longstaff’s goals help pulled the Magpies seven points clear of the relegation zone Rafael Benitez has warned Newcastle United are far from certain of Premier League survival despite Tuesday’s 2-0 win over Burnley. Goals from Fabian Schar and Sean Longstaff sealed the victory at St James’ Park, which moved the Magpies…

By JohnValbyNation September 28, 2019 0

'I learned a lot from him' – Guardiola praises Cruyff for teaching a winning mentality

The City boss says the legendary Dutchman’s influence at Barcelona helped instill an inner belief and a thirst for winning Manchester City are benefitting from the belief instilled in Pep Guardiola by the legendary Johan Cruyff, according to the manager of the Premier League champions. City have lifted three trophies since Guardiola arrived in 2016 and…

By JohnValbyNation September 28, 2019 0

RUPA implores SANZAAR and ARU to find Plan B

Rugby Union Players’ Association boss Ross Xenos has implored the ARU to push for a ‘Plan B’ for under-threat clubs the Western Force and Melbourne Rebels. The Rebels played on Friday night and the Force play on Saturday, with neither knowing for sure whether it would be their final outing as a club. Xenos, in…

By JohnValbyNation September 27, 2019 0