Despite damning findings, Israel remains in World Cup contention - raising questions over football’s role in global accountability, writes JAMES NALTON
Russell happy Scotland are dropping ‘nearly men’ tag
Tragic loss of young footballer sparks fresh scrutiny of ground safety standards
Mikel Arteta has been receiving criticism in some quarters for his supposed negativity – but Arsenal reporter LAYTH YOUSIF insists the Gunners boss is on the right lines
FINN RUSSELL said today that Scotland can already claim to be a genuine force as they look to ditch their tag as rugby’s nearly men.
Scotland head to Rome for their final Six Nations match on Saturday with little else than pride to play for, having seen their title hopes wiped out in Dublin.
Gregor Townsend admitted last weekend’s 28-8 defeat to Ireland highlighted the strides his side still have to make after failing to match the ruthlessness of Joe Schmidt’s grand slam-chasers.
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