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French Rugby
Top 14
Prod2
Top14
Pro D2
Rugby
Bordeaux
Toulouse
Champions Cup
Six Nations
France
La Rochelle
Toulon
Montpellier
Lyon
Perpignan
Vannes
New Zealand
Antoine Dupont
Pau

Join Rob and Rich, two Englishmen ('Rosbifs'), as they dive into the heart of French rugby. From the glitz and glamour of the Top14, the madness of ProD2 and the highs and lows of Les Bleus on the international stage, this podcast is a love letter to France's brutal but beautiful game. There's stories from travels to France, dubious insights into French cuisine and culture, and even the odd bit of... more

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Latest Episodes

The Champions Cup Semi-Finals are here, and we welcome the brilliant Bernard Jackman to the podcast. Taking us through Leinster's chances against a Toulon side that will test their Achilles heel, the brilliance of Bordeaux and fascinating insight int... more

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Rob is back from an epic trip for 'fan weekend', witnessing away wins aplenty as Dax win a crucial Landes derby and Pau raid the Stade Jean Dauger. We review those fixtures plus all the rest of the action, and there's Gaelic sports, terrifying bar ow... more

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We're joined this week by Dax second row Charlie Matthews ahead of his side's huge derby fixture against Mont-de-Marsan, to discuss the Pro D2 relegation battle, life in Landes and how he went from Butcher's shopfloor to Biarritz in a matter of days.... more

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UBB and Toulouse produced masterclasses to set up a quarter final for the ages in the Champions Cup, whilst Toulon sneak a nail-biter and Stade Francais are dumped out of the Challenge Cup. We've got all the action from Europe, literal carnage in Pro... more

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Recent Guests

Bernard Jackman
Former Ireland and Leinster player; Heineken Cup winner; coach in France (Grenoble) and Ireland; rugby analyst
Ireland, Leinster, Grenoble
Episode: S3 EP36 - Bernard Jackman
Charlie Matthews
Former Wasps, Harlequins, and now Dax second row
Dax (Pro D2)
Episode: S3 EP34 - Charlie Matthews Interview & Triumph for Bordeaux
Sam Larner
Analyst, journalist, and author of 'Attacking the Space'
Independent
Episode: S3 EP27 - Sam Larner & Sunday in Lille
Dan Robson
Current Pau Scrum Half, former Wasps and England player
Section Paloise
Episode: S3 EP22 - Dan Robson
Zack Holmes
Fly-half and utility back with a storied career in French rugby
Oyonnax
Episode: S3 EP21 - Zack Holmes
Billy Searle
Professional rugby player and current fly-half for Leicester Tigers
Leicester Tigers
Episode: S3 EP15 - Billy Searle
Ben Stevenson
Professional rugby player currently playing for Vannes
Vannes Rugby Club
Episode: S3 EP8 - Ben Stevenson & Vannes
Beau Farrance
Tighthead prop for Agen and brother of Zach Farrance, also a rugby player.
Agen
Episode: S3 EP5 - Agen's Beau Farrance
Karl Wilkins
Back row for Montauban, formerly played for Bézier, Clermont, and Northampton Saints.
Montauban
Episode: S3 EP3 - Montauban's Karl Wilkins

Hosts

Rob Graham
Co-host of The Rosbifs Rugby Podcast; frequent voice in French rugby coverage with travel and culture banter.
Richard
Co-host of Rosbifs Rugby Podcast; covers Top14, Pro D2, and international rugby with hosts.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 37 ratings
  • Magnifique

    I like to listen to as many rugby podcasts as possible, and this one is unquestionably my favourite. I absolutely adore all things related to French rugby, and Rob & Rich are enthusiastic and knowledgable when covering it. Never stop please chaps, as these podcasts help me get through the week between matches! Merci

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    5
    DerekXavierMorriss
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Allez Les Rosbifs!

    Great to have an English-speaking podcast talking in depth about the Top 14 and Pro D2!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    RAG Graham
    United Kingdom2 years ago

Listeners Say

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The English-language coverage of French rugby is a rare find and very welcome for UK-based fans.
A knowledgeable, enjoyably nerdy take on French rugby that's easy for non-French speakers to follow.
Great mix of rugby discussion with travel and culture—helps me plan watching trips and stays engaged between matches.

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Apple Podcasts
#128
United States/Sports/Rugby
Apple Podcasts
#36
United Kingdom/Sports/Rugby
Apple Podcasts
#191
Canada/Sports/Rugby
Apple Podcasts
#32
France/Sports/Rugby
Apple Podcasts
#73
Germany/Sports/Rugby
Apple Podcasts
#181
Australia/Sports/Rugby

Talking Points

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S3 EP21 - Zack Holmes
Q: What were some of the highlights of your career in France?
Zack spoke fondly of his time at La Rochelle, noting how the team developed and their journey to becoming a strong competitor in rugby.
S3 EP21 - Zack Holmes
Q: What are the key differences between playing in the Pro D2 and Top 14?
He indicated that Pro D2 has a greater focus on winning at home and noted that discipline plays a larger role in determining outcomes due to often tight games.
S3 EP21 - Zack Holmes
Q: What was the transition like from Australia to playing in France?
Zack described it as coming over without much knowledge about France, 'sort of getting chucked in the deep end' but enjoying the opportunity to play without the weight of expectations.
S3 EP15 - Billy Searle
Q: Do you think that moving back to England played a role in your performance?
Yes, being at a big club like Leicester was a dream come true, and I wanted to make sure I was back in a competitive environment.
S3 EP15 - Billy Searle
Q: How have you found it, the transition out of Argent into English rugby royalty?
It's gone well, and I feel like I'm playing some of my best rugby right now, enjoying my time back in England.

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Two English hosts explore French rugby across the Top14, Pro D2, and international fixtures, pairing match analysis with travel tales, culture notes, and fan-focused anecdotes. Episodes feature lively banter, guest insights from authors and journalists, and practicals for watching games in France, making the show a blend of in-depth rugby discussion and travel-culture storytelling. Noteworthy is the recurring emphasis on niche topics (second-tier Pro D2, travel logistics, kit launches) and the approachable, English-language angle on a deeply French rugby world, which can be particularly appealing to expats, UK-based fans, and newbies looking to understand French rugby with accessible commentary.

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1. Bernard Jackman
2. Charlie Matthews
3. Sam Larner
4. Dan Robson
5. Zack Holmes
6. Billy Searle
7. Ben Stevenson
8. Beau Farrance

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