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Gregor Townsend transformed Scotland’s Calcutta Cup fortunes – now England could hasten his end

Townsend boasts a remarkable record against the Auld Enemy – but a damaging defeat this weekend would heighten growing scrutiny over his position

The Independent UK

Test rugby coaches have a shelf life and Townsend must know he’s near the end

As pressure builds before a must-win Calcutta Cup, the Scotland coach may well have reached the point of diminishing returns after nine years in the job

The Guardian - 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

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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

Scott Cummings on Franco Smith effect at Glasgow Warriors and Lions selection

Ahead of his British and Irish Lions debut in Dublin, we caught up with the Glasgow Warriors and Scotland lock to find out just what it means.

The National (Scotland)

Aussie Tuipulotu set for return with Wallabies in view

Sione Tuipulotu is poised to make his rugby comeback with Scotland's Australian captain still a chance of being a key man for the Lions against the Wallabies.

AAP

Zander Fagerson among Scots battling to be fit ahead of Lions squad announcement

There had been a general expectation that this year’s tour of Australia would include the largest contingent of Scots ever selected for Lions duty.

The Independent UK

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Marcus Smith vs Sam Prendergast and five things to watch as the Champions Cup knockout stages begin

The two playmakers and Lions hopefuls go head-to-head in Dublin in the Investec Champions Cup last-16

The Independent UK

England’s luck finally turns to end Calcutta Cup misery as Finn Russell suffers late agony

England 16-15 Scotland: Russell’s late conversion drifted wide as England held on for a dramatic Calcutta Cup victory for the first time in five years

The Independent UK

England and Scotland face new pressures in transformed Calcutta Cup rivalry

Scotland have never beaten the Auld Enemy five times in a row but stand on the brink of history as they travel to Twickenham

The Independent UK

Glasgow Warriors boss addresses speculation about return to international management

The National (Scotland)

6 contenders to succeed Warren Gatland as Wales boss

The Welsh Rugby Union has begun its quest to find the New Zealander’s successor.

The Independent UK

Warren Gatland news LIVE: Interim Wales coach Matt Sherratt speaks for first time after Gatland exit

Gatland has endured a dire second spell in charge of Wales, with the team on a record 14-game losing streak

The Independent UK

Captain Sione Tuipulotu an injury concern for Scotland ahead of Six Nations

Scott Cummings is also a worry for Gregor Townsend

The Independent UK

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Huw Jones urges Scotland team-mates to produce strong season in Lions tour bid

The Scots had eight players involved in the 2021 tour of South Africa.

The National (Scotland)

Glasgow Warriors & Edinburgh Rugby discover European opponents

Glasgow Warriors & Edinburgh Rugby discover European opponents.

The National (Scotland)

Martin Hannan: Glasgow winning URC is one of the greatest Scottish rugby achievements

Martin Hannan: Glasgow winning URC is one of the greatest Scottish rugby achievements.

The National (Scotland)

Martin Hannan: Glasgow Warriors will have to be bullish to beat the Bulls

Last week I called on Glasgow Warriors to save our Scottish season by doing the illogical and beating the might of Munster at Thomond Park. This…

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Exeter 19 Glasgow 17: Warriors robbed of breathtaking win by scandalous decision

Glasgow Warriors were robbed of the most breathtaking win against Exeter in the Champions Cup by referee Pierre Brousset’s whistle.

The National (Scotland)

Franco Smith urges Warriors stars to dream of British & Irish Lions tour

Franco Smith urges Warriors stars to dream of British & Irish Lions tour.

The National (Scotland)

Rory Darge's Scotland Six Nations dreams revived after injury fears

Rory Darge's Scotland Six Nations dreams revived after injury fears.

The National (Scotland)

Bayonne 11 Glasgow 12: Warriors show resilience to claim excellent away win

Glasgow Warriors summoned incredible resilience to claim an excellent away victory 12-11 against Bayonne in the Champions Cup.

The National (Scotland)

Franco Smith rests several key players as Glasgow Warriors face Bayonne

Franco Smith has become synonymous with his surprise team selections and it’ll be no different when Glasgow Warriors run out at the Stade…

The National (Scotland)

Glasgow Warriors can't afford to keep playing catch-up, says Stafford McDowall

Glasgow Warriors can't afford to keep playing catch-up, says Stafford McDowall.

The National (Scotland)

Franco Smith feels Glasgow Warriors are still far from finished article

Glasgow Warriors head coach Franco Smith feels his side still have plenty to do to become the finished article ahead of their Champions Cup opener…

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