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Scotland’s Gregor Townsend set for Red Bull role as part of Newcastle shake-up

Director of rugby Steve Diamond has left Newcastle as part their restructure

The Independent UK

Newcastle part company with director of rugby Steve Diamond

Scotland head coach Gregor Townsend is joining Newcastle’s owners Red Bull as a part-time adviser.

The Independent UK

Newcastle Red Bulls axe Steve Diamond after just one game as new owners

Steve Diamond has been let go by Newcastle Red Bulls one match into the club’s new era, four days after a season-opening home defeat by Saracens

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Jess Breach wants England to show predatory side and maintain her remarkable run

The 27-year-old wing has never suffered defeat at Test level, winning all 49 of her previous outings, ahead of her 50th England cap against Australia.

The Independent UK

Gregor Townsend backed to take Scotland forward after signing contract extension

There had been speculation about the future of the 52-year-old after back-to-back fourth-placed finishes in the Six Nations.

The Independent UK

Scotland back Gregor Townsend through 2027 World Cup as Franco Smith’s future revealed

Townsend’s deal has been extended beyond the end of the tournament, with possible successor Franco Smith also agreeing fresh terms with Glasgow

The Independent UK

Massive honour – Gregor Townsend extends Scotland deal through to 2027 World Cup

Townsend is set to lead the Scots to what will be his third global showpiece in Australia in just over two years.

The Independent UK

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Scotland coach Gregor Townsend signs new deal until end of 2027 Rugby World Cup

Townsend will have been in the role more than a decade by the time he leads the Scots to his third World Cup in Australia in just over two years.

The Independent UK

Gregor Townsend hails Scotland for showing ‘true identity’ in victory over Samoa

Seven different Scotland players scored tries as the tourists won 41-12 at Eden Park in Auckland.

The Independent UK

Scotland round off tour with seven-try win over Samoa

Gregor Townsend’s side finished their season on a high.

The Independent UK

Gregor Townsend selects Lions-bound duo for Scotland clash with Samoa

Rory Sutherland and Ewan Ashman will feature in Scotland’s front row in Auckland on Friday ahead of linking up with the Lions in Melbourne.

The Independent UK

Ewan Ashman and Rory Sutherland to start for Scotland before Lions duty

The front-row forwards have been named in Gregor Townsend’s team for their final summer tour match at Eden Park in Auckland on Friday.

The Independent UK

Gregor Townsend wants Scotland to learn from ill-discipline shown against Fiji

Winger Darcy Graham picked up a red card on a difficult afternoon for the Scots.

The Independent UK

Darcy Graham sees red as Scotland slip to defeat in Fiji

The Scots scored early in both halves but were made to pay for ill-discipline.

The Independent UK

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Fergus Burke ready for Scotland debut against Fiji

Fergus Burke a 'joy to work with' with fly-half ready for Scotland debut.

The Independent UK

Scotland focused on big picture with Fiji clash key to world ranking

Gregor Townsend’s side want a top-six spot to avoid a repeat of their tough 2023 World Cup group.

The Independent UK

Matt Fagerson backs brother Zander to bounce back from Lions tour heartbreak

The younger sibling said prop Zander “took it pretty hard” when he had to withdraw from what would have been his second Lions tour.

The Independent UK

Is Maori All Blacks vs Scotland on TV? Kick-off time, channel and how to watch

Everything you need to know ahead of the international clash

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It’s not something I’ve thought much about – Gregor Townsend on Scotland future

The head coach’s deal expires after next year’s Six Nations.

The Independent UK

Ben White delighted by ‘incredible honour’ of Lions call-up

White is joining the camp following the injury-enforced withdrawal of Welshman Tomos Williams.

The Independent UK

George Turner relishing return to Scotland fold as milestone appearance looms

Turner left Glasgow to join Kobe Steelers last summer, effectively ruling himself out of contention for the national team.

The Independent UK

South Pacific tour ‘crucial’ to Scotland seeding for World Cup – Gregor Townsend

Townsend’s men face the Maori All Blacks, Fiji and finally Samoa over three fixtures.

The Guardian - UK

World Rugby finds no medical evidence to outlaw 7-1 bench splits

World Rugby insists there is no evidence that 7-1 bench splits will lead to more injuries and the governing body has no current plans to outlaw the tactic as a result

The National (Scotland)

Scotland 2025 Summer Tour details in full as three fixtures confirmed

The Guardian - UK

Marcus Smith’s duel with Sam Prendergast could define Lions hopes

When the two fly-halves meet at Croke Park, the result could weigh heavily on Andy Farrell’s selection

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