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HISTORICAL FACTS: Scottish rugby | History Defined

Wallaroos coaching appointment upsets Scottish Rugby

Rugby Australia will pay compensation to Scottish Rugby after signing the recently released Sione Fukofuka as Wallaroos coach.

AAP · Aug 12

Scotland ‘surprised’ as coach Sione Fukofuka unveiled by Australia days after leaving for personal reasons

Fukofuka is set to lead the Wallaroos at a home World Cup in 2029

The Independent UK · Aug 11

Scotland head coach leaves role due to ‘stress and strain’ on family

Sione Fukofuka has been released from his position on ‘compassionate grounds’ with his family back in Australia

The Independent UK · Aug 3

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Scottish Rugby CEO sacked after investigation into conduct

Alex Williamson had been on extended leave since May but has now been dismissed with immediate effect after the conclusion of an investigation

The Independent UK · Jul 30

Alex Williamson sacked as Scottish Rugby chief executive after investigation

Alex Williamson, who was on a period of extended leave, has been sacked from his role as Scottish Rugby chief executive following an investigation

The National (Scotland) · Jul 30

Princess Anne thinks son-in-law Mike Tindall's favourite hobby is 'arduous' - this is what she'd rather do instead

She once shared her feelings about this sport and they weren't particularly complementary

Woman & Home · Jul 20

I was at Scotland's biggest fanzone for the 2am Haiti game. Here's what it was like

I remember feeling a bit guilty that the significance of qualifying had almost completely passed me by, and I was determined not to let that happen…

The National (Scotland) · Jun 14

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Rugby president who told 'rape joke' at club dinner punished by Scottish Rugby

AN Alloa rugby president, who told a "rape joke" at a sports dinner, has been sanctioned by Scottish Rugby - and has been banned from…

The National (Scotland) · Jun 12

Rugby club president given 12-month ban over after-dinner speech

Scottish Rugby has handed a 12-month ban to Alloa RFC president Alan Stewart after an independent disciplinary panel upheld a misconduct complaint

The National (Scotland) · Jun 9

Scotland and Lions rugby great Scott Hastings dies at 61

The star announced in 2022 that he had been diagnosed with non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma.

Evening Standard · May 17

Scotland rugby great Scott Hastings dies aged 61

A statement released by his son Corey and daughter Kerry-Anne revealed that he died due to complications arising from cancer treatment.

The Independent UK · May 17

Scotland rugby legend Scott Hastings dies aged 61

Hastings, one of Scotland’s greatest players, passed away after undergoing cancer treatment

The Independent UK · May 17

Even "Old School" Princess Anne Is Joining Royals in "Breaking Down" Queen Elizabeth's "Stuffy" Traditions

“You would never have seen Anne’s mother and father doing anything of the sort.”

Marie Claire · Mar 17

‘Princess Anne thought I was Joe Marler’: Heyes mixed up in case of mistaken identity

Princess Anne who was involved in a case of mistaken identity during the Calcutta Cup pre-match formalities at Murrayfield last Saturday

The Guardian - UK · Feb 18

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The Independent UK · Jan 20

Scotland boss Gregor Townsend recalls Jonny Gray and Dave Cherry for Six Nations

The France-based duo were among the most notable names in the 40-man group, having not featured for the national team since the 2025 championship.

The Independent UK · Nov 1, 2025

Gregor Townsend ‘can’t wait’ to face All Blacks after Scotland thrash USA

The Scots ran in 13 tries to rack up their biggest-ever victory at Murrayfield.

The Independent UK · Oct 21, 2025

Gregor Townsend vehemently defends controversial second job with Red Bull

The Scotland head coach is spending 30 days a year on Red Bull’s global rugby strategy and has come in for a lot of criticism for wearing two hats

The Independent UK · Oct 7, 2025

Former rugby league star Lee Radford appointed Scotland defence coach

Radford will combine his new position with his role as Northampton defence coach until the end of this season before going full-time with Scotland.

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The Independent UK · Sep 3, 2025

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 · Sep 3, 2025

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 · Jul 18, 2025

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 · Jul 12, 2025

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 · Jul 12, 2025

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 · Jul 3, 2025

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 · Jun 30, 2025

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

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

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