‘Heineken Cup will be safe,’ says French chief

A top French rugby official insists he has no concerns about the future of the Heineken Cup.

Thu, 20 Dec, 2012 - 00:00

Colm O’Connor

Talks between the participating nations have stalled but Paul Goze, President of France’s domestic league, is confident a solution will quickly be found to the impasse.

“In the negotiations for the European Cups, there are always difficult moments and barriers,” the National Rugby League (LNR) boss said last night.

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