Scotland

Riley Higgins Heads to Scotland: New Zealand Loses Another Young Star

Hurricanes midfielder Riley Higgins is heading to Scotland, prompting another debate about how New Zealand stops its young talent walking out the door.

Rugby Union · 4/25/2026

Dan McFarland Lands Newcastle Red Bulls Job for Premiership Rebuild

Former Ulster and Scotland coach Dan McFarland has been confirmed as Newcastle Red Bulls head coach for 2026/27, fronting one of the most ambitious rebuild projects in Premiership rugby.

Rugby Union · 4/24/2026

'A Lot of It Is Maths': Squidge Rugby Decodes Emily Scarratt's Kicking-Led Red Roses Reset

Squidge Rugby broke down how Emily Scarratt's Red Roses used kick-volume, a double-playmaker backfield and improvised phase 'maths' to blitz Scotland 80-0 — a shift with major Women's Six Nations implications.

Rugby Union · 4/22/2026

'Rusty to Relentless': Red Roses Run In 12 Tries in 84-7 Demolition of Scotland

A record Murrayfield crowd saw England's Red Roses move through the gears from early scratchiness to total dominance, with Ellie Kildunne leading a 12-try rout of Scotland in the Women's Six Nations.

Rugby Union · 4/18/2026

'Nearly a Grand for Two Seats': The Rugby Ticket Crisis Starting to Drive Fans Away

A Scotland supporter's season-ticket price has gone from the equivalent of £30 a game to nearly £1,000 for two seats — and he is not alone. Sports analyst MartsViews argues rugby is quietly producing a two-tier attendance market: fans will still pay for the Six Nations, but are walking away from everything else. The knock-on effect, he warns, is that regular fixtures are starting to feel less important.

Rugby · 4/1/2026

'£980 for Tickets': Why Scotland Fans Are Walking Away From the Regular Season

A Scotland season ticket holder facing a £980 renewal says he is reconsidering. Sport analyst MartsViews argues the picture is bigger than one fan - that Scottish Rugby's pricing is teaching supporters to skip the regular season and only show up for marquee weeks.

Rugby Union · 3/31/2026

Ireland Hold Firm at Aviva Stadium to See Off Scotland in Six Nations 2026

Ireland defeated Scotland at Aviva Stadium in the Six Nations 2026, finishing first ahead of the classified visitors. With limited official data available, the key takeaway was Ireland’s composed home success and Scotland’s inability to overturn the hosts despite reaching the finish.

Rugby · 3/15/2026

Scotland Seize Murrayfield Advantage to Defeat France in Six Nations

Scotland defeated France at Scottish Gas Murrayfield in the 2026 Six Nations, with the hosts finishing first and France second. In a result of clear championship significance, Scotland made home advantage count against one of the tournament’s strongest rivals.

Rugby · 3/8/2026

'Absolutely Smack': Good Bad Rugby Pundits Brace for France to End England's Six Nations

With England coming off defeats to Scotland and Ireland, The Good, The Bad & Rugby pundits predict a 'smacking' from France in Paris and tip Steve Borthwick to be gone after the championship.

Rugby Union · 3/7/2026

'Never in Doubt, Big Jim': Finn Russell on Scotland's Gritty Welsh Escape and the Triple Crown Chance

Finn Russell praises Wales' best performance 'for a while', admits doubt at half-time, and sets Scotland's sights on France before an Irish triple crown tilt.

Rugby · 2/23/2026