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Scotland vs Portugal: Head-to-heads assessed and everything you need to know
Scotland make 14 changes to the starting XV that tackled South Africa. The 17 alterations to the 23 have only been exceeded twice during Gregor Townsend’s time in charge, both against Canada (20 in 2018 and 19 in 2024). Portugal only call upon
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Edinburgh and Glasgow coaches confirmed for Celtic Challenge
Claire Cruikshank and Lindsey Smith have been appointed as the head coaches of Edinburgh Rugby and Glasgow Warriors ahead of the 2024/25 Celtic Challenge. Former Scotland front-row Smith, who won 42 caps in her playing career, will take charge
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Stafford McDowall relishing the prospect of leading Scotland at Murrayfield
New captain Stafford McDowall admits it will be a dream come true to lead Scotland out at Scottish Gas Murrayfield on Saturday. The Glasgow Warriors captain, who was co-captain alongside Luke Crosbie for the summer tour win over Canada, will
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Portugal legend on why facing Scotland was better than facing the All Blacks
For most rugby players, facing the haka and playing the All Blacks at a World Cup is the stuff of dreams. But not for Pedro Leal, the Portugal legend who did exactly that back in 2007, but said facing Scotland the week before meant more. It was
