Unions confident about Celtic League

THE lack of a main sponsor and the head to head clash with the World Cup are just two complications surrounding the birth of the newly expanded Celtic League.

Thu, 04 Sep, 2003 - 01:00

Barry Coughlan

Even so, the Welsh, Scottish and Irish Rugby Unions are confident the latest version of the competition will enjoy a long and happy life.

The newly expanded format will comprise of 22 pool games, home and away, and the addition of a cup competition for the 12 participants.

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