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Rugby Union Weekly

BBC Radio 5 Live
Six Nations
Champions Cup
Rugby Union
Owen Farrell
Media Coverage
World Cup
England Rugby
Social Media
Saracens
Premiership Rugby
Womens Rugby
Exeter Chiefs
Wales
Jamie George
Mental Health
Tottenham Hotspur Stadium
Toulouse
Red Roses
Chris Ashton
Danny Care

Rugby Union Weekly is presented by Ugo Monye, Chris Jones and Danny Care. Between the bickering and tangents they'll bring you special guests and cover the biggest stories in the game. Get in touch with the pod via 5 Live Sport on social media or email rugbyunionweekly@bbc.co.uk, and remember to leave us your ratings and reviews!

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Latest Episodes

Danny tells Ashy and Chris about his trip to visit Santa Claus in Lapland and his husky adventure in -37c. We look back at the final weekend of rugby before Christmas as Harlequins are humbled at Twickenham and Exeter claim another big scalp on the r... more

The big shock of the weekend came up at Scotstoun as Glasgow stunned six-time champions Toulouse. Player of the Match Adam Hastings tells Ashy and Chris about their epic comeback and how the navigated the treacherous conditions at the ‘ice rink’. We ... more

Chris, Ashy and Ugo pick apart the opening weekend of the Champions Cup. Was it the shot in the arm the tournament needed? Or were there still too many predictable results? Edinburgh caused the biggest upset of the round in what was a great weekend f... more

Chris, Tom and GRO bring you immediate reaction to the draw for the 2027 World Cup. England and Wales meet in Pool F while we can look forward to another instalment of the 'Tom English derby' as Scotland and Ireland were drawn together for the third ... more

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Recent Guests

Adam Hastings
Glasgow Warriors player
Glasgow Warriors
Episode: Glasgow’s ice rink and contract season
Josh Macleod
Welsh international rugby player, emphasizing the current state of Welsh rugby
Scarlets RFC
Episode: Keenan & Roebuck: Champions Cup preview part 2
Hugo Keenan
Irish rugby player known for his achievements with Leinster and the national team
Leinster Rugby
Episode: Keenan & Roebuck: Champions Cup preview part 2
Tom Roebuck
Emerging England rugby player with a strong performance in international rugby
Sale Sharks / England Rugby
Episode: Keenan & Roebuck: Champions Cup preview part 2
Joel Kpoku
Rugby player currently playing in France and former Saracens player
Pau Rugby
Episode: Keenan & Roebuck: Champions Cup preview part 2
Deon Fourie
Flanker and Hooker for Stormers and South Africa
Stormers
Episode: Ashy & Tuilagi reunited: Champions Cup preview part 1
George Ford
England Rugby player, fly-half
England Rugby
Episode: England topple the All Blacks for 10th straight win
Scott Robertson
Head Coach of the New Zealand Rugby team
New Zealand Rugby
Episode: England topple the All Blacks for 10th straight win
Steve Borthwick
Head coach of the England rugby team
England Rugby
Episode: Ford and Steward return as England load the bench again

Hosts

Ugo Monye
Host and presenter with expertise in rugby union, combining personal experience as a former professional player with engaging commentary.
Chris Jones
Host and seasoned sports journalist, offering insightful commentary and analysis on rugby matters, enhancing the show's credibility.
Danny Care
Host and former England rugby player, contributing personal anecdotes and proactive discussions on rugby performance and culture.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 7.2k ratings
  • Listen every week

    Great pod, especially the nations pod. Need to spend less time talking refs though, takes more time than the TMO decisions they’re complaining about!

    Apple Podcasts
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    CorkyMac11
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • Nations Pod is as good as TCF

    Love the Nations Pod. No egos, no bias, some irreverence and brilliantly insightful. GRO is awesome. Monday night is too ego led with DC.

    Apple Podcasts
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    The OPP
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • Insightful and lighthearted but trending towards a heavier England bias

    During international windows the focus is now heavily on England with the weekend podcast and normally the Tuesday and Thursday (if on) predominantly focused on England, even when the other games are talked about the impact on future games with England is always a major talking point. There are plenty of other podcasts with an England centric approach… but maybe this is what the majority of your audience want, I don’t.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    19TomW85
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • Scottish rugby dismissed

    5 pundits experts on English rugby, which is great if your an English rugby fan. Welsh fans still get way more focus from Chris J. Anything to do with Scottish Rugby is dismissed to a nations pod where Tom English to deep dive on anyone else other than Finn Russell - who is finally getting the praise he’s always deserved because he plays for Bath! Would make things way more interesting if there was more balance or interest in all nations. No one should feel dismissed.

    Apple Podcasts
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    Rob De Niro 2
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Slow start to Autumn Internationals

    Big fan of the pod for many years, but the episode this week was hard work to listen to. Please edit out the tedious repetition of the same old positions around red card laws, and minimize the endless speculation about player and team awards. Good to hear a pov but we don’t need to hear it three times by each person. Aside from that, keep up the good work!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    redheadCA
    United States2 months ago

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There are concerns about a perceived bias towards English rugby, with some feeling other nations are underrepresented.
Fans enjoy the depth of analysis on rugby topics, though some suggest that certain discussions could be more concise.
Listeners appreciate the mix of insights and humor, highlighting the engaging banter among hosts.

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Glasgow’s ice rink and contract season
Q: What were your thoughts on being 21-0 down against Toulouse when you managed to turn it around?
We just knew if we could get a bit of a foothold in the game and get some momentum, you know, we'd be right back in it.
Keenan & Roebuck: Champions Cup preview part 2
Q: So where are we at in the tournament? How are they feeling so far this season?
We've probably said we've underperformed; we know we're a quality outfit and are focusing on consistency in our rugby moving forward.
Keenan & Roebuck: Champions Cup preview part 2
Q: Did it feel a bit different just because you got the try the one you did?
Yes, it felt surreal at that moment, and the joy was immense after crossing the line for a try in such a significant match.
England topple the All Blacks for 10th straight win
Q: How does it feel to have your performance today compared to last year's struggles?
I just wanted to do my job well for the team and focus on our preparation.
England topple the All Blacks for 10th straight win
Q: How does it feel to get a statement win against the All Blacks?
It's just the next game against an incredible team, and we have to focus on our preparation for Argentina next week.

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The content revolves around rugby union, focusing on the latest updates, analyses, and debates surrounding the sport. Topics of interest often include international competitions like the Rugby World Cup and the Six Nations, as well as club rugby performances in domestic leagues. The hosts frequently engage in discussions about player formations, tactical strategies, and notable matches while often inviting professional players and coaches to share their insights, making it a robust source of expert commentary. Additionally, the blend of light-hearted banter and in-depth analysis likely appeals to a diverse audience, including both dedicated rugby aficionados and casual listeners looking for engaging sports commentary.

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Recent guests on Rugby Union Weekly include:

1. Adam Hastings
2. Josh Macleod
3. Hugo Keenan
4. Tom Roebuck
5. Joel Kpoku
6. Deon Fourie
7. George Ford
8. Scott Robertson

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