The inclusion of South African teams in the Champions Cup has sparked debate, with concerns raised about their performance and the impact on the competition. Lawrence Dallaglio questions the decision, suggesting it only benefits South African teams. There is a call for South African rugby to improve or risk alienation in Europe.
Former England captain Lawrence Dallaglio has argued that the current structure of the Champions Cup only benefits South African teams. https://t.co/wYZaJu3C1u
'They don't need any more help': Dallaglio voices fears over SA sides in Champions Cup #InvestecChampionsCup Click below for more ⤵️ https://t.co/BHgo6WAYn7
Lesser of two evils. "The reason behind the [Champions League] formula is that it gives top clubs room for a mistake. But that is no good argument because it is a commercial argument, not a footballing one." — Louis van Gaal (1996). https://t.co/mdTvW1GvFr
Half way in the group stage of the @ChampionsCup - I’m still not convinced by the decision to admit teams from SA. What do you think? Last @standardsport rugby pod of the year is out now. @voxpodstudio https://t.co/hsGuu7sWhO
'South African rugby is failing to give a decent account of itself and must find a way of rectifying the situation or face the threat of alienation.' It's time South Africans come to the party in Europe - @danielgallan ✍️ #InvestecChampionsCup Click ⤵️ https://t.co/XsJSeR9faL