Premiership Clubs' Challenges and Hopes in European Rugby

Premiership clubs face difficulties but still have chances in European rugby.

Premiership clubs' rugby journey in Europe is not easy. Despite the challenges, like salary cap differences and tough schedules, there are hopes. Northampton Saints are among the few remaining. Their director, Phil Dowson, believes it's possible to succeed. The team overcame Clermont Auvergne and now faces Castres. Hooker Curtis Langdon is ready for a tough battle.

Relation Rugby Schedule
2025-04-29 星期二

Udinese

00:30 Italy, Serie A, Round 34

Foresee

00:30

Bologna

Barracas Central

02:00 Argentina, Liga Profesional - Apertura, Round 15

Foresee

02:00

Union Santa Fe

Lazio

02:45 Italy, Serie A, Round 34

Foresee

02:45

Parma

Hellas Verona

02:45 Italy, Serie A, Round 34

Foresee

02:45

Cagliari

Godoy Cruz

04:15 Argentina, Liga Profesional - Apertura, Round 15

Foresee

04:15

Atletico Tucuman

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