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Andy Goode

Following an 18 year career which led to him becoming the second highest points scorer in Premiership History, Andy Goode is fast becoming one of the top rugby pundits in the UK. Goodey provides RugbyPass with weekly analysis and opinion on European rugby with a particular focus on England and the Premiership. He is also the host of a regular ‘Ask Goodey’ Facebook live.

Bin the soundbites Eddie, a 50-point win is a must - Andy Goode

It was a case of smoke and mirrors again from Eddie Jones this week with eight forwards and seven backs selected in the starting X…

Andy Goode
Andy Goode
14 Nov 2020, 3:27

England to set target that Ireland can't match - Andy Goode

Despite missing a few first choice players, England can still put a scary looking team out that will surely set a target against I…

Andy Goode
Andy Goode
31 Oct 2020, 3:31

Goode: Robshaw and co have let down fans and the amateur players who aren't allowed play for their local clubs

We all know what a Barbarians week is normally all about and everyone makes mistakes but players should know better in the situati…

Andy Goode
Andy Goode
24 Oct 2020, 3:55

Wasps prepared for worst-case scenario, but this outbreak is different from Sale - Andy Goode

7 positive Covid-19 tests at Wasps is a major blow that could see their Premiership final dreams taken away but this situation is …

Andy Goode
Andy Goode
15 Oct 2020, 12:35

Andy Goode: The Sale PR machine needs to have a long hard look at itself

It’s the right thing for the league's integrity to get Sale vs Worcester played but the Sharks’ statements may have forced Pre…

Andy Goode
Andy Goode
04 Oct 2020, 3:19

Boris and his Government must save English rugby - Andy Goode

Boris Johnson must take action as English rugby won't survive another six months with no fans and no games for clubs lower down th…

Andy Goode
Andy Goode
25 Sep 2020, 13:45

Rob Baxter's comments haven't covered him in glory - Andy Goode

Much of the talk ahead of the European quarter-finals has been about front row red tape, which isn’t a good look for the game, a…

Andy Goode
Andy Goode
19 Sep 2020, 4:28

England captain or not, Farrell deserves a lengthy ban - Andy Goode

Whether it’s the England captain or a player making his Premiership debut in the dock, the hit that got Owen Farrell sent off sh…

Andy Goode
Andy Goode
06 Sep 2020, 5:37

Gallagher Premiership restart is finally reaching boiling point - Andy Goode

It has taken a while but the Gallagher Premiership restart finally reaches boiling point this weekend and we could have a two-tier…

Andy Goode
Andy Goode
29 Aug 2020, 8:05

Premiership hype may be around other teams but the pressure is all on Exeter - Andy Goode

The signings of Manu Tuilagi and Semi Radradra will have closed the gap between the chasing Sharks and Bears and Premiership table…

Andy Goode
Andy Goode
14 Aug 2020, 7:57

Permanent salary cap reduction is now inevitable in financially troubled Premiership - Andy Goode

Having agreed to the 52 Myners report recommendations into the salary cap, a permanent reduction in the £7million cap itself is n…

Andy Goode
Andy Goode
05 Jun 2020, 5:08

Expect artificial crowd noise when the Premiership returns - Andy Goode

Competitive sport can officially get back underway in the UK tomorrow but we’re still no nearer to knowing when the Premiership …

Andy Goode
Andy Goode
31 May 2020, 5:26

'Extremely damaging' Premiership infighting must end for the good of the game - Andy Goode

Premiership clubs are dealing with some of the toughest possible subjects to resolve at the moment but they have to get on the sam…

Andy Goode
Andy Goode
23 May 2020, 6:57

Every Premiership club must back Myners report to restore integrity - Andy Goode

The salary cap suggestions in the Lord Myners review need to be accepted by at least ten Premiership clubs in order to come into f…

Andy Goode
Andy Goode
14 May 2020, 13:34

England can't afford brand snobbery and Umbro deal is a good one - Andy Goode

Social media always attracts extreme reactions and there is a negative perception of the Umbro kit deal because of their associati…

Andy Goode
Andy Goode
07 May 2020, 7:02

We still need details from Genge but RPA deserves more credit - Andy Goode

Rugby needs more characters like Ellis Genge and I’m intrigued to hear more detail about his plans for a new players’ union bu…

Andy Goode
Andy Goode
30 Apr 2020, 7:05

Leicester players' revolt makes them look out of step - Andy Goode

Actions like this would have been understandable a few weeks ago but the situation has moved on and it has become apparent just ho…

Andy Goode
Andy Goode
24 Apr 2020, 8:04

He's a long shot but Pichot could be just what rugby needs - Andy Goode

With the election result for World Rugby chairman due to be announced on May 12, the Argentine is a late entrant in a contest ofte…

Andy Goode
Andy Goode
18 Apr 2020, 7:04

Andy Goode: Premiership salary cap must be slashed

Coronavirus has laid bare just how fragile rugby’s finances are and the Premiership’s salary cap is going to have to be reduce…

Andy Goode
Andy Goode
02 Apr 2020, 12:11

Pay cuts may be okay for Kruis or Nowell, but lower paid teammates might not agree - Andy Goode

Imposing a 25% pay cut across the board in the Premiership may be a necessary evil but it is fraught with problems and the devil i…

Andy Goode
Andy Goode
27 Mar 2020, 7:39
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