A Harsh Lesson in Europe | Total Rugby SA Weekly Review no.1

Описание: Welcome to Total Rugby SA: Weekly News 1, the very first edition of our weekly South African rugby news podcast. This episode breaks down a bruising weekend of European rugby, where South African teams faced a harsh reality check in the Champions Cup and EPCR Challenge Cup. Hopes were high heading into the weekend, but by Sunday evening, optimism had given way to tough questions about form, depth, and adaptability.

We analyse how four South African teams took to the European stage, with only one emerging victorious. Beyond the results, this episode digs deeper into how these matches were lost — exposing issues around game management, defensive structure, physicality, and tactical execution. Were our teams outmuscled? Out-thought? Or simply caught mid-transition in their European journey?

This is essential viewing for rugby supporters, players, coaches, analysts, and pundits who want an honest, clear-eyed assessment of where South African rugby currently stands in Europe. Competing overseas is a long-term project, and this weekend reminded us that progress isn’t always linear.

If you follow South African rugby, the URC, or European competitions, this is your weekly hub for insight, debate, and no-nonsense rugby analysis.

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