New Zealander Steve Hansen today took over as Wales coach for the remainder of this season’s Six Nations campaign.

Llanelli could be forced to play outside Wales or turn spectators away if they are drawn at home in the Heineken Cup semi-finals.

THE Welsh Rugby Union have appointed former Cardiff, Wales and British Lions hooker Alan Phillips as the new national team manager.

The Millennium Stadium will host the Charity Shield in August between Manchester United and Liverpool, the Football Association confirmed today.