Gilbert Rugby have recently announced the re-signing of Stade Toulousain Captain and France International Captain, Thierry Dusautoir, on a long-term deal as a Gilbert brand ambassador. The Dark Destroyer as Thierry is known is recognised by his peers and fans as a one of the best players in the World, having recently been IRB Player of the Year, he also led France to the Rugby … [Read more...]
Toulouse 2012/13 Rugby Shirts
Stade Toulousian, or Toulouse arguably the wealthiest rugby club in France. Have new shirts for the 2012/13 Season of the Top 14 France. Home Alternate Buy Toulouse 2012/13 Rugby Shirts and Jerseys The Toulouse 2012/13 season strip has been released and we hope all fans like the subtle changes which keep the black and red. The shirts are manufactured by Nike who's … [Read more...]
Toulouse Muscle Takes Top 14 Crown – Toulouse 18-12 Toulon
The weather meant it was not pretty as Toulouse out-muscled Toulon to retain their Top 14 crown. The first half was a tit for tat kicking duel between Jonny Wilkinson and Luke Mc Alister and they turned round at 9-9. At this stage it had been Toulon who had tried to play most of the rugby but dropped balls and then penalties in the ensuing scrums put them under … [Read more...]
Castres Miss(ed) Kicks Put Toulouse Into Final Of France Top 14
Toulouse will defend their Top 14 crown in Paris next Saturday after they beat Castres by 24-15 in the Stadium de Toulouse. The semi-final like so many was not a classic and in fact the first half was more a case of teams advancing thanks to the opposition mistakes, rather than class. For all this it was Castres who looked the more dangerous side and two yellow cards … [Read more...]
Top14 France Wilkinson misfires but Toulon go through
The barrage round of the Top 14 in France produced drama on Friday night as Castres booked their place in a semi-final against Toulouse. The win appeared easy by the scoreline but it was influenced by a red card that should perhaps never have been. The game had ebb and flowed in a tight opening period but Castres did look the more organised side, going in to the break at 19-8. … [Read more...]