Scotland take aim at Springboks
Gregor Townsend wants Scotland to raise their game in their final World Cup warm-up match in preparation for a crunch opener with defending champions, the Springboks.
Townsend: Scotland can match Bok pack
Gregor Townsend is adamant that Scotland are equipped to take the fight to the formidable Springbok forwards after watching his side suffer a late loss to World Cup hosts France.
Scotland make coaching call
Scotland rugby chiefs on Tuesday announced that a decision has been made over the future of head coach Gregor Townsend as his contract will expire after the World Cup.
Scotland coach ready to stay on
Gregor Townsend indicated he would be prepared to extend his tenure as head coach after Scotland ended the Six Nations with an encouraging win over Italy at Murrayfield.
Townsend teases Scotland exit
Gregor Townsend says the forthcoming Six Nations could be his last as Scotland coach, as he revealed he has not held talks over a contract extension.
Scotland coach eyes shock France switch
Gregor Townsend has reportedly applied for a role with the French national team when his contract as Scotland head coach comes to an end following the World Cup.
Eddie ‘completely outcoached’ by Townsend
Former Scottish loose forward Johnnie Beattie says Eddie Jones was completely out-coached during England’s Calcutta Cup defeat to Scotland.
Townsend accuses Erasmus of ‘sledging’ Scotland player
Gregor Townsend has accused Rassie Erasmus of ‘character assassination’ for instructing Springbok fullback Willie le Roux to target a Scotland player under the high ball during last weekend’s Test at Murrayfield.
Townsend: Scotland face ‘biggest test’ against Boks
Coach Gregor Townsend says in-form Scotland face their “biggest” challenge following landmark wins against France, England and Australia.
Townsend: ‘It’s up to us to rise up to Bok challenge’
Coach Gregor Townsend previews the clash against the Springboks at Murrayfield and highlights the need for Scotland to stop South Africa’s power game.
