French RUGBY CONNECTIONS with Veronique Landew & Bill Hooper

Join Véronique Landew and Bill Hooper on the latest episode of the French Rugby Connection podcast. This week, they delve into the recent and upcoming international matches, team compositions, and standout performances. Key highlights include discussions on Fabien Galthié’s surprising selections, the return of Charles Ollivon, and Toulouse's domination against Toulon. The hosts also cover the...

Welcome to this week's episode of the French Rugby CONNECTIONS Podcast with Veronique Landew and Bill Hooper! We reflect on Pau's thrilling win over Toulouse, taking them to the top of the Top 14 standings. We break down the weekend’s matches, including Pau vs. Racing 92, Mont de Marsan vs. Perpignan, and the hotly anticipated Toulon vs. Toulouse clash. Dive into the latest squad updates...

Exciting French Rugby Weekend: Thrilling Matches & Key Insights - French Rugby Connection Podcast Join Véronique Landew and Bill Hooper,  her co-host in this exciting episode of the French Rugby CONNECTIONS Podcast as they delve into the latest happenings in the French rugby scene. They review the recent games, including critical matches from Toulouse, Stade Français, and other top teams. The...

Join Veronique Landew and Bill Hooper for the latest episode of the French Rugby CONNECTIONS Podcast. This week, we recap the thrilling victory of Bayonne over Toulouse in Round 5, pushing them to the top of the Top 14 leaderboard. We delve into the standout performances, including Esteban Capilla and the exceptional playmaking of Bayonne's fly-half. The episode also previews upcoming key mat...

In this episode of the French Rugby CONNECTIONS Podcast, Veronique Landew and Bill Hooper discuss the significant moments from the Top 14 rugby matches of the previous week and provide predictions for the upcoming Week 5 games. They talk about Bordeaux's recent struggles, exciting games involving Montpellier and Montauban, and the standout performance of teams like Pau. The hosts also preview...

Join Véronique Landew and Bill Hooper in the latest episode of the French Rugby CONNECTIONS podcast. In this edition, we dive into the thrilling world of French rugby, analysing recent matches from Round 3  and key performances. We'll discuss France's hard-fought game from last week against the Red Roses and upcoming fixtures, including exciting clashes involving top teams like Toulon, L...

In this edition of the French Rugby CONNECTIONS Podcast, Veronique Landew and Bill Hooper discuss the upcoming semifinal between France and England's 'Red Roses.' The episode delves into France's recent history with England, including their 16 consecutive losses, the impact of key player injuries, and the suspensions affecting the squad. They also review the dramatic match betw...

Top 14 Highlights & Women's World Cup Insights  Join hosts Veronique Landew and Bill Hooper in this episode of the French Rugby CONNECTIONS podcast, where they dive into the latest action from the Top 14.  They discuss the standout matches, including Toulouse versus Clermont and Bordeaux Begles vs La Rochelle, and analyse team performances. The duo also previews the upcoming quarter-final...

The French Rugby CONNECTIONS Podcast is back! Join hosts Veronique Landew and Bill Hooper as they kick off a new season of the French Rugby CONNECTIONS Podcast. In this episode, they provide an in-depth look at the Top 14 French rugby teams, including early-season ambitions and key players to watch, like Nolan Le Garrec for La Rochelle. They discuss the rise of teams like Bordeaux Begles and Monta...

In this edition of the French Rugby CONNECTIONS Podcast, hosts Veronique Landew and Bill Hooper discuss the thrilling Top 14 final between Toulouse and Bordeaux Bègles, highlighting key performances from players like Jack Willis, Thomas Ramos, and Maxime Lucu. The episode also covers the French squad's preparations and controversies ahead of their three-match test series against the All Black...

THE Top 14 Final Showdown: Bordeaux vs. Toulouse  vs. Bordeaux Bègles In this episode of the French Rugby CONNECTIONS Podcast, hosts Veronique Landew and Bill Hooper discuss the highly anticipated Top 14 final between Bordeaux Bègles and Toulouse. They delve into the teams' form, key players, and tactical strategies. With a comprehensive review of both squads and predictions on the outcome, t...

Join Veronique Landew and Bill Hooper in this episode of the French Rugby CONNECTIONS podcast as they discuss the upcoming Top 14 semi-finals, including Toulouse vs. Bayonne and Union Bordeaux Bègles vs. Toulon. Listen to their detailed analysis, predictions, and insights into players' performances. The duo also delves into recent rugby news, including financial issues in Perpignan,  and the...

Join Veronique Landew and Bill Hooper as they dive into an exhilarating weekend of French rugby on the French Rugby CONNECTIONS Podcast. This episode covers the intense Top 14 playoff matches, including Toulon vs. Castres and Bayonne vs. Clermont, and a crucial clash between Grenoble and Perpignan. Additionally, they provide updates on major transfer news, highlighting Owen Farrell's return t...

French Rugby CONNECTIONS: Top 14 Weekend Thrills and Key Updates Join Véronique Landew and Bill Hooper in the latest edition of the French Rugby CONNECTIONS Podcast as they recap the last few weeks' major French Sporting events, including Bordeaux's European Cup win and Paris Saint-Germain's European football success. Explore the thrilling scenarios leading up to this weekend in the...

In this episode of the French Rugby CONNECTIONS Podcast, join Veronique Landew and Bill Hooper as they passionately discuss a thrilling recent game that saw Bordeaux dominate Northampton Saints with a fast-paced and attacking strategy. The hosts commend the stellar performances of players like Maxime Lucu, Matthieu Jalibert, and Damian Penaud and review the game's critical moments and tactica...

In this episode of the French Rugby CONNECTIONS podcast, Véronique Landew and Bill Hooper discuss the latest news in French rugby, focusing on the Challenge Cup and the European Champions Cup. Highlights include the performance of Lyon against Bath, strategies, and player highlights, particularly from  Louis Bielle-Biarrey. The episode also covers the important match between Bordeaux Begles and No...

Join Veronique Landew and Bill Hooper in this thrilling episode of the French Rugby CONNECTIONS Podcast as they delve into the pivotal moments of Round 24 of the Top 14 rugby season. With Toulouse securing the top spot, the battle for the playoffs is intense. They discuss the crucial encounters, such as La Rochelle vs. Clermont and the nail-biting game between Bayonne and Vannes. The duo also cove...

In this episode of the French Rugby Connection Podcast, hosts Veronique Landew and Bill Hooper discuss the highly anticipated European Cup semi-final match between Bordeaux and Toulouse, analysing potential outcomes and key player absences. They also preview the semi-final clash between Leinster and Northampton, evaluate the intense relegation fight in the Top 14, and celebrate the narrow win of t...

In this episode of the French Rugby Connection Podcast, hosts Veronique Landew and Bill Hooper preview the highly anticipated match between France and England at the Twickenham (or Allianz) Stadium. They discuss the importance of the game, England's form, and the challenges faced by France, including discipline and missing players. The discussion also touches on team changes, the professional...

Join hosts Veronique Landew and Bill Hooper as they delve into an exciting weekend of rugby, reviewing intense matches like Toulon vs. Toulouse and Bordeaux vs. Munster. They discuss key players like Thoma Ramos and Maxime Lucu, and anticipate the upcoming European semi-final clash between Toulouse and Bordeaux. The episode also covers the parallel semi-final lineup, featuring Leinster vs. Northam...

In this episode of the French Rugby Connections Podcast, Veronique Landew and Bill Hooper delve into an exciting weekend of Champions Cup quarter-finals. They discuss Leinster's dominant win over Glasgow and the anticipated clash between Toulon and Toulouse. The duo also previews key matchups involving Bordeaux and Munster, and Northampton and Castres. Additionally, the Challenge Cup fixtures...

In this exciting new episode of the French Rugby Connection Podcast, hosts  Veronique Landew, and Bill Hooper dive into the latest action from round 20 of the Top 14 league. They discuss the thrilling match between Bordeaux and Toulouse, pivotal upcoming games, and the intense battle for playoff spots. The podcast also covers the disciplinary issues faced by the coach from Vannes, the implications...

Exciting Moments in the Six Nations & Top 14 Rugby Insights Join Veronique Landew and Bill Hooper on the French Rugby CONNECTIONS podcast as they recap thrilling moments from the last 6 Nations game in Stade de France, including the suspenseful France vs. Scotland match in the Six Nations. They discuss key players and records broken, like Thomas Ramos surpassing Freddie Michalak's point-s...

Join us for an insightful episode of the French Rugby Connection Podcast, where we discuss the crucial match between France and Scotland on March 15th, the impressive performance of the French U20 team, and the impact of notable injuries. We reflect on France's historic win against Ireland, the strategic decisions of coach Fabien Galthié, and the anticipation of breaking records. Additionally...

Join us in this new episode of the French Rugby Connection Podcast featuring Veronique Landew and Bill Hooper. They discuss the anticipated matchup between France and Ireland in the Six Nations Championship, analysing the squads, key players, and game strategies. Veronique and Bill also share insights on the pivotal role of players like Ntamack and Du Pont, and make their match predictions. Key st...