While the two points secured on the road keep Edinburgh in the hunt for a top-eight finish in the BKT United Rugby Championship, the match was a largely frustrating affair punctuated by errors, though the visitors’ resilience in the final minutes was undeniable. The opening exchanges were scrappy, with both sides struggling for fluency in […]
The duo – rested for last weekend’s match against Hollywoodbets Sharks – start as two of six personnel changes for the match-up which has been rescheduled due to the funeral of Pope Francis. Pro-academy winger Jack Brown is handed his first professional start after an impressive showing from the bench against Sharks, replacing the injured […]
The match has been rearranged under Italian government instruction to facilitate an official day of mourning in Italy, with the funeral of Pope Francis set to be held on Saturday 26 April at 10am – the original day of the game. Zebre Parma, the FIR and the Six Nations will issue further information on the […]
Wes Goosen (back) – Awaiting results of a scan Ross McCann (foot) – Awaiting results of a scan Dave Cherry (knee) – Awaiting results of a scan Ben Vellacott (foot) – Expected back in early May Mark Bennett (quad) – Has returned to training Paul Hill (back) – Return to play still to be determined […]
Up against several double World Cup winners, Edinburgh led for much of the second-half and held firm until the clock was red before Springbok wing Makazole Mapimpi dived into the corner to snatch it for the South African side, 17-18. It was a sickening moment for the raucous fans at Hive Stadium, who had watched […]
The live wire fullback has been electric form for the capital, playing every single minute of the season, and continued his form through March with impressive displays against the Dragons and Benetton. As part of the award, Goosen is able to donate £500 – courtesy of Scottish Building Society – to the club’s charity partner, […]
The 27-year-old remains an integral part of the Edinburgh Rugby squad, not only for his dynamic play on the field but also for his growing leadership role within the group. As one of the senior players in the capital club, Shiel has embraced the responsibility of guiding and mentoring the younger generation of talent coming […]
The versatile back-row featured from the bench in last week’s European Quarter-Final win against Vodacom Bulls and will start at openside flanker for his side’s return to league action, with Hamish Watson rested. Muncaster is one of five changes made by Head Coach Sean Everitt. Props Pierre Schoeman and D’arcy Rae start in place of Boan Venter and […]
Following a hard-fought European quarter-final victory over the Vodacom Bulls, Mathie is keen to see his team build on that momentum against another South African opponent. When asked about his messaging ahead of the weekend, Mathie as emphasised the need for unwavering focus. “In the URC, there is a small margin for error. I think for […]
Ben Vellacott (foot) – Awaiting results from a scan. Rob Carmichael (wrist) – Will undergo surgery after sustaining injury vs Bulls. Timeline for recovery still to be determined. Paul Hill (back) – Return to play still to be determined following scan. Duhan van der Merwe (ankle) – Expected back during May. Marshall Sykes (foot) – […]
