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Francisco Isaac @franciscoisaac.bsky.social · 1d

With four days to go until the 1st leg of the South American playoff for the WR repechage tournament, Brasil departed ways from E. Caffera

Read my report to find out who takes the reins and what we can expect in the next few weeks

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Brazil make huge coaching decision just days before defining clash

With just a few days to go until the first leg of the South America World Rugby Repechage qualification, Brazil have...

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Francisco Isaac @franciscoisaac.bsky.social · 3d

Nicolás Martins came off the bench and... did what he usually does

Here's his first try for Colomiers, who currently occupy the Pro D2's 1st spot

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Harpin' On Rugby @harpinonrugby.bsky.social · 4d

Our latest Broken Play article is now live on Substack, why not subscribe for free while you're over there > open.substack.com/pub/jeffpaga...

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Francisco Isaac @franciscoisaac.bsky.social · 5d

You can't in all seriousness call yourself a reporter and journalist. The sanewashing you lot are applying to the US dictator is just pure insanity. When did you all forsake yourselves?

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Francisco Isaac @franciscoisaac.bsky.social · 6d

If you want to really understand the Quércy-Galthié problem, then read @illtuddafydd.bsky.social substack post

Don't fall for gotcha journalism or non reliable influencers

Illtud Dafydd @illtuddafydd.bsky.social · 6d

Quercy v Galthié

This week's Jouez: The French Rugby Dispatch

Also includes emtional Les Bleus, Basque cider, and an unhapy Antoine Dupont

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What is Fred Quercy's beef with Fabien Galthié?

The Montauban captain had his player registration frozen after calling the France coach "the worst person on Earth"

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Illtud Dafydd @illtuddafydd.bsky.social · 6d

Quercy v Galthié

This week's Jouez: The French Rugby Dispatch

Also includes emtional Les Bleus, Basque cider, and an unhapy Antoine Dupont

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What is Fred Quercy's beef with Fabien Galthié?

The Montauban captain had his player registration frozen after calling the France coach "the worst person on Earth"

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Francisco Isaac @franciscoisaac.bsky.social · 6d

Has rugby in Argentina progressed in the last 8 years?

Between the Super Rugby Americas, U20s and becoming a proper TRC contender, the Pumas seem to have taken the extra step and I tried to find out the reason why

Can the Pumas deliver something big in 2027?

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'Unprecedented excellence': How have Argentina's Pumas found their claws?

The Pumas are racking up wins against the game's elite like never before, while their age-grade and sevens sides are pulling up trees. How did it happen?

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Francisco Isaac @franciscoisaac.bsky.social · 7d

Things can always get worse... And after missing a Top 14 promotion for the a third straight year, now this happens

I hope a deal can be reached 📃

Find out what's the problem and where Grenoble can go from here

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Strikes and suspensions: Grenoble in total disorder after Top 14 failure

Troubling days at the Stade des Alpes, as FC Grenoble might be heading towards a no-show for Friday’s match against...

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Francisco Isaac @franciscoisaac.bsky.social · 7d

Segonds left New Zealand looking good, especially when he had to steer a very 'green' backline in terms of players knowing each other.

Hastoy looked better as a ball handler, but Segonds is a more complete player.

Francisco Isaac @franciscoisaac.bsky.social · 7d

He played the first two games and was alright tackling-wise

1st Test: 10 successful attempts - 2 missed tackles (non were critical errors)
He made two defensive tactical mistakes, one of them led to a try
2nd Test: 7 successful attempts - 1 missed tackle (again no critical mistakes)

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Francisco Isaac @franciscoisaac.bsky.social · 7d

Good news for Irish rugby fans who have always dreamed of travelling to Spain to watch a Test Match!

Ireland A will clash with Spain on November 11th at Leganés Butarque

Tickets are already on sale

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Los Leones anuncian un noviembre sin precedentes con test matches ante Irlanda A, Inglaterra A y Fiyi - Real Federación Española de Rugby - FERugby - Spanish Rugby Union

La Selección Española de Rugby XV hace pública la agenda de su ventana internacional de noviembre, que se perfila como una de las más ambiciosas de su historia. Los Leones se medirán a tres potencias ...

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Francisco Isaac @franciscoisaac.bsky.social · 7d

Is a more classical type of a 10 but he has enough speed, passing quality and agility to boost his team's chances of scoring a try. However, there's a hidden detail about Segonds that puts him ahead of Hastoy, etc: defence. Reliable tackler and great at managing his team when defending.

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Francisco Isaac @franciscoisaac.bsky.social · 8d

The problem with the majority of the centre, centre-left and left is that they keep attacking Labour and Starmer (there's fair criticism to be done, yes, but I have seen a lot of bullshit going on), thinking it is a good strategy.

White Knights don't exist in politics; stop asking for one.

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Francisco Isaac @franciscoisaac.bsky.social · 11d

God, I really have to convince AP to come here. Trashing Pollard consisently just because he doesn't do a side step every single minute. You lot really are a pain

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Francisco Isaac @franciscoisaac.bsky.social · 11d

Just enjoy being dominated by the Boks. At least they are fun to follow.

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Francisco Isaac @franciscoisaac.bsky.social · 11d

Are you saying Pollard wasnt a classy ten? A guy that ran the show with excellence for the past 8 years?

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Francisco Isaac @franciscoisaac.bsky.social · 11d

Repechage vs Belgium, Naminia and probably Brazil. To be player in November.

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Francisco Isaac @franciscoisaac.bsky.social · 11d

The Cóndores are off to the 2027 Rugby World Cup! 🏆

A spectacular 1st half allowed them to clinch an edge over a spirited Samoa

Check out my report for RugbyPass

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Chile topple Rugby World Cup regulars to book 2027 place

Twenty thousand Chilean fans welcomed both Chile and Samoa to Viña del Mar’s Estadio Sausalito, where the hosts claimed a...

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Francisco Isaac @franciscoisaac.bsky.social · 11d

And allow me to share this plug, if you don't mind...

Pablo Lemoine has been one of the geniuses behind Chile's uprising, with the former Los Teros prop explaining the basis of their work

Grande, Pablo Lemoine! Vamos! 🇨🇱🇨🇱

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Pablo Lemoine: 'South America is the best region to grow rugby'

In a wide-ranging interview, the Chile supremo talks stresses, joy, and the road to Rugby World Cup 2027.

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Francisco Isaac @franciscoisaac.bsky.social · 11d

FELICITACIONES CHILE!!! 🦅🦅🦅

ENORMES EN ESTE PARTIDO!

What a game from Santi Videla, Diego Escobar and Iñaki Ayarza!

They are through to the 2027 Rugby World Cup, their 2nd RWC qualification

Match report to follow!

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Francisco Isaac @franciscoisaac.bsky.social · 11d

I can't comment on that, as I don't see it that way. LP has been involved in high-profile games this year, from the 6N to the PNC.

They usually select match officials who have officiated games from either side this year.

Francisco Isaac @franciscoisaac.bsky.social · 11d

Yes, you can buy his stock. Has every chance of playing in the next World Cup

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Francisco Isaac @franciscoisaac.bsky.social · 11d

This game is high calibre as a World Cup spot is on the line. Good that he has been involved.

He had already officiated one game of the PNC and acted as an assistant referee in another.

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Francisco Isaac @franciscoisaac.bsky.social · 11d

Far, far from what everyone expected, the Pumas were deservedly on the losing side 🐆

Kremer, S. Chocobares and S. Carreras were the only rays of sunlight for the Argentians, while Oviedo had a few good moments, but that was about it

Let me know what you think 🤔

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Los Pumas player ratings vs Springboks | 2025 Rugby Championship

Los Pumas player ratings: The Pumas returned to the site of their first-ever victory over the Springboks but unlike 2015 they were...

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Francisco Isaac @franciscoisaac.bsky.social · 12d

Who?