Organisation: Ligue Nationale du Rugby

A COMPREHENSIVE SERIES OF ARTICLES ON THIS TOPIC

Donal Lenihan: Munster and Ulster dealt cruel hands

There was a genuine fear not so long ago that European rugby, despite the magnificence of the Heineken Cup and the manner in which it transformed the club game over 15 years, could well have been consigned to history.

Fri, 17 Oct, 2014

Five unions back ERC in continuing European Rugby Cup

It now looks certain that the Heineken Cup will continue into next season.

Thu, 21 Nov, 2013

Donal Lenihan: Fearing for the future after the H-bomb

The battle for control of the European game took a worrying twist last week. Entering the City Hall for Ronan O’Gara’s testimonial on Thursday night, I was made aware of the statement issued on behalf of independent mediators, Graeme Mew and Stephen Drymer, after two days of deliberations in Dublin.

Wed, 30 Oct, 2013

IRB re-affirm stand as battle for Europe’s elite intensifies

The IRB have said they ‘do not believe’ in an Anglo-French tournament to replace the Heineken Cup and will veto the proposal if it is put to them.

Thu, 19 Sep, 2013

French clubs delay decision on Paris return date

Ireland’s hopes of a swift resolution to finding a new date for the postponed RBS 6 Nations clash in Paris were stymied last night by a club versus country conflict in France.

Tue, 14 Feb, 2012