Outwith the Six Nations spotlight, emerging nations jostle for position in another thrilling REC - with the added carrot of Rugby World Cup qualification.
With a few weeks to go until the Men’s Rugby Europe Championship 2025, Portugal’s Manuel Cardoso Pinto is expected to leave his home country to join the Uruguayan franchise Peñarol.
With a few weeks to go until the Men’s Rugby Europe Championship 2025, Portugal’s Manuel Cardoso Pinto is expected to leave his home country to join the Uruguayan franchise Peñarol.
Portugal player ratings: Portugal’s second visit to Murrayfield ended in a 59-21 loss, with the Lobos conceding more than a wave of tries in the second half.
Simon Mannix’s Portugal will head to the Autumn Nations Series with a couple of new additions, as CA Brive’s and Pro D2’s top try scorer, Lucas da Silva is expected to make his debut for the Lobos.
Portugal player ratings: Portugal’s first-ever outing against the Springboks didn’t end in victory, but the Portuguese showed their fangs and produced more than a couple of spectacular moments.
Simon Mannix's career as Portugal's head coach begun in the best possible way, as the Lobos claimed a win on Namibia's turf, with a convincing 37-22 result.
Houdinis and clairvoyants converge on the city of love as the Rugby Europe Championship culminates in style.