French RUGBY CONNECTIONS with Veronique Landew & Bill Hooper

Les Bleus' Crucial Game Strategy and Squad Changes! In this episode of the French Rugby CONNECTIONS podcast, hosts Véronique Landew and Bill Hooper discuss the aftermath of Les Bleus' defeat at Twickenham and the crucial upcoming match against Italy. They delve into the significant squad changes made by coach Fabien Galthié, including the exclusion of key players like Mathieu Jalibert an...

Welcome back to the French Rugby CONNECTIONS Podcast! In this episode, hosts Bill and Véronique dissect France's narrow defeat to England at Twickenham, analysing key mistakes and moments that cost France the game. They discuss the performance gaps and uncharacteristic errors, even from top players like Antoine Dupont, and look ahead to France's chances in the rest of the tournament. The...

In this exciting episode of the French Rugby Connections podcast, hosts Veronique Landew and Bill Hooper dive into one of the most anticipated games in the rugby calendar – France vs. England at Twickenham. The duo discusses the significance of 'The Crunch', the historical rivalry, and key squad changes for both teams. They provide insights into the strategies of coaches Steve Borthwick...

French Rugby Connection: Six Nations 2023 Preview and Predictions In this episode of the French Rugby Connection podcast, hosts Veronique Landew and Bill Hooper discuss the excitement surrounding the start of the Six Nations tournament. They preview key matchups, including France vs. Wales, analyse the Welsh rugby team's struggles, and highlight notable selections in the French squad. The hos...

Exciting Times Ahead: French Rugby Eyeing Victory in Six Nations and Beyond In this week's French Rugby Connections podcast, hosts Véronique Landewand Bill Hooper bring us insights, updates, and forecasts from the world of French rugby, with heart-pounding focus on the upcoming Six Nations Championship. Enjoy the French Rugby Podcast, the podcast with the gallic flair. The Calm Before the Sto...

European Rugby Weekend Recap: Key Matches and Insights! In this episode, we dive into the excitement surrounding the European rugby weekend, starting with a preview of Glasgow's match against Racing 92. Join us as we discuss Vannes' frustrating loss, crucial matches like Stade Toulousain against the Sharks and, insights on upcoming fixtures, such as La Rochelle vs. Leinster, Bath vs. Cle...

New Year, Top 14 Insights & Upcoming Six Nations! In this episode of the French Rugby Connections Podcast, hosts Veronique Landew and Bill Hooper welcome listeners from around the globe to a new year filled with French rugby excitement. They reflect on festive celebrations, discuss the current Top 14 rankings, and delve into notable team performances and player updates. The conversation touche...

Toulouse's Dominance and Upcoming Boxing Day Clash In this episode of the French Rugby CONNECTIONS podcast, hosts Veronique Landew and Bill Hoope discuss the impressive performance of Toulouse, who recently dominated Exeter. They delve into Toulouse's tactical prowess and highlight key players like Dupont and Jack Lewis. They also preview upcoming matches in the Top 14, including the Box...

Join Véronique Landew and Bill Hooper on this episode of the French Rugby CONNECTIONS podcast as they recap and analyse recent Champion Cup matches featuring French teams. Discover the outcomes of Racing 92 vs. Sale and Castres vs. Munster, and hear predictions for upcoming games including La Rochelle vs. Bristol and Leinster vs. Clermont. With insights on team performances, player highlights, and...

Join hosts Veronique and Bill Hooper as they discuss the latest updates in the world of rugby. From the stormy weather in Cornwall to the impressive win of Vannes against La Rochelle, this episode delves into captivating highlights and notable performances. They also preview key upcoming matches across the European Cups, discussing teams like Bath, Toulouse, Ulster, and more. Additionally, the hos...

French Rugby CONNECTIONS: France vs Argentina Review & Top 14 Insights In this episode of the French Rugby Connection podcast, hosts Véronique Landew and Bill Hooper delve into the thrilling match between France and Argentina, marking France's fourth consecutive victory. The duo also discusses key player performances, outlines potential strategies for the upcoming Six Nations, and reviews...

Join Véronique Landew and Bill Hooper as they discuss the upcoming France vs New Zealand rugby match on the French Rugby CONNECTIONS  podcast. They delve into the latest changes in the French squad, including Mathieu Jalibert's surprising decision to return home after being benched, and the dependable Thomas Ramos's selection. The hosts provide an in-depth analysis of the team selection...

Hosts Véronique Landew and Bill Hooper discuss the Autumn Internationals, with a focus on the French rugby team's upcoming match against Japan at Stade de France. They highlight key players like Antoine Dupont, who returns as captain, and the strategic changes made by coach Fabien Gahlthie, including the introduction of new, younger players. The discussion includes analysis of the Japanese te...

Join hosts Véronique Landew and Bill Hooper in this captivating episode of the French Rugby CONNECTIONS Podcast. They dive into the dramatic weekend for La Rochelle and Clermont, with La Rochelle suffering a surprising defeat to Montpellier and Clermont being overpowered by Stade Français. The hosts discuss the conditions, team performances, and future match expectations. The episode also highligh...

Join hosts Véronique Landew and Bill Hooper in this exciting episode of the French Rugby CONNECTIONS podcast. We recap the latest action from the Top 14, featuring a win for Toulouse and a loss for Union Bordeaux Bègles, along with an overview of upcoming fixtures. Get insights into the French national team's squad selection for the autumn internationals, including the debut of eight uncapped...

Top 14 Rugby Digest in less than 20 minutes! Join hosts Véronique Landew and Bill Hooper on the latest episode of the French Rugby Connections podcast as they dive into recent Top 14 match results and league standings, including Bordeaux Begles' win against Perpignan and upcoming games. They discuss pressing player updates like Romain Ntamack's injury and the absence of Nicolas Deporteer...

French Rugby Digest in 20 mins! Join Véronique Landew and Bill Hooper in the latest episode of the French Rugby Connection podcast as they dissect last weekend's thrilling Top 14 matches, including Toulon's triumph over Vannes and Bordeaux's surprise victory against Toulouse. With previews of the upcoming Vannes vs. Racing 92 clash and detailed insights into the current league stand...

In this episode of the French Rugby Connection podcast,  Véronique Landew and Bill Hooper celebrate Vannes historic victory over Lyon and look ahead to their challenging game against Toulon,  The episode also discusses other key matches including Toulouse vs. Bordeaux, Racing 92 vs. La Rochelle, and Pau vs. Stade Français. The hosts provide insights into player performances, team strategies, and t...

Join Véronique Landew and Bill Hooper as we delve into the latest in the French Rugby Connections podcast. From revealing the vibrant atmosphere in Paris to analyzing round two of the Top 14, we discuss standout performances and nail-biting finishes, including Toulouse's victory over La Rochelle and Stade Francais' narrow win against Vannes. We also look ahead to this weekend's exci...

Join Veronique Landew and Bill Hooper in this exciting episode of the French Rugby Connections Podcast for Season 5  as we dive into the latest Top 14 news and anticipate the upcoming Autumn Internationals with Les Bleus and the Six Nations. Relive the thrilling opening weekend fixture between Pro D2 champions Vannes and Top 14 champions Stade Toulousain, and explore the  performances of Mako Vuni...

In this episode of the French Rugby Connections podcast, hosts Véronique Landew and Bill Hooper celebrate France's historic win at the Olympic Rugby Sevens, starring Antoine Dupont's game-changing performance and the supportive crowd at Stade de France. They recap the final match against Fiji, discuss Dupont's contributions, and the lively celebrations that followed. The conversatio...

This episode of the French Rugby Connections podcast, hosted by Véronique Landew and Bill Hooper, covers a variety of topics including Véronique’s time in Monaco and Cannes, a mention of the book 'Boys of winter' by Laurence Dallaglio and Owen Slott, and a detailed discussion of the French rugby sevens team's performance in the Olympics. The hosts also discuss the Top 14 and Vannes&...

In this episode of French Rugby Connections, Veronique Landew and Bill Hooper discuss the electrifying Top 14 final where Toulouse overwhelmed Bordeaux with a remarkable performance, scoring nine tries, including two by Dupont. They highlight player movements, including Mako Vinipola joining Vannes and Kane Douglas moving to La Rochelle. They also touch on the French team's upcoming test matc...

This episode of the French Rugby Connection Podcast, hosted by Veronique Landew and Bill Hooper, discusses the upcoming Top 14 final between Toulouse and  Bordeaux Bègles (UBB) in Marseille.  The hosts reflect on the recent semifinals, highlighting the critical match moments and player performances, including La Rochelle's struggle with red cards. They delve into the strengths and weaknesses...

In this episode of the French Rugby Connections Podcast, hosts Véronique Landew and Bill Hooper discuss the upcoming semi-final matches in the French rugby Top 14 league. Tonight's highlight is the clash between Toulouse and La Rochelle in Bordeaux, a match steeped in recent history as the teams have met in numerous finals over the last five years. Key team selections and player performances...