Former rugby league player Rob Burrow ‘absolutely honoured’ to receive MBE
Former Rugby League legend Rob Burrow has described his shock at being made an MBE by the Princess Royal saying he was “absolutely honoured”.
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Rob Burrow ‘absolutely honoured’ to receive MBE
Rob Burrow has described his shock at being made an MBE by the Princess Royal, saying he was “absolutely honoured”.
Soccer-Football Union of Russia withdraws appeal over FIFA ban
(Reuters) -The Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) on Tuesday said the Football Union of Russia (FUR) had withdrawn its appeal against soccer's world governing body FIFA as well as the Polish, Swedish and Czech Republic Football Associations.
'Never say never' - James Roby addresses his future beyond 2022 after 500th St Helens appearance
James Roby has admitted he is close to deciding that 2022 will be his final season as a professional - but stopped short of confirming it altogether, saying he will see how his body fares up at the end of the current campaign.
Brian O'Driscoll lauds French rugby's time in the sun after "decade in darkness"
Europe's premier rugby competition returns to action this weekend when the Champions Cup knockout stages get underway, and Brian O'Driscoll isn't surprised to see French teams dominate the draw.
'All the pressure is on them' - Connacht embracing underdogs tag ahead of Leinster visit
Connacht head coach Andy Friend is attempting to deflect the pressure onto Leinster for Friday night's Heineken Champions Cup last 16 first leg at the Sportsground.
Football Union of Russia withdraws appeal over FIFA ban
The Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) on Tuesday said the Football Union of Russia (FUR) had withdrawn its appeal against soccer's world governing body FIFA as well as the Polish, Swedish and Czech Republic Football Associations.
'An incredible rugby player' - O'Mahony 'gutted' to hear of Leavy retirement
Munster captain Peter O'Mahony says he was "gutted" to hear of the retirement of Leinster flanker Dan Leavy.