Scotland could turn to Kevin Sinfield as they look to fill the void left by Steve Tandy, who’s been named as the new head coach of Wales.
Tandy wrapped up his duties with Gregor Townsend’s side following their summer tour and will officially take over in Cardiff on September 1st. The 45-year-old, a former Neath and Ospreys flanker, was still under contract with Scotland, but the WRU struck a deal to free him up early.
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WRU performance boss Dave Reddin confirmed that Tandy has signed a three-year deal, keeping him in charge through to the end of the 2027 Rugby World Cup in Australia.
“Becoming head coach of my home country is a massive honour and a privilege,” said Tandy.
Wales had been on the hunt for a long-term successor to Warren Gatland since his resignation during this year’s Six Nations.
Now, with a key vacancy in their backroom staff, Scotland may revisit a familiar name: Kevin Sinfield.
The England legend was originally brought in by Steve Borthwick as defence coach, but was later shifted to a more general skills and mentoring role. With his duties reduced, there’s talk that the RFU wouldn’t block a move north should Scotland come calling.
Sinfield’s stock remains high, and with a World Cup cycle just kicking off, Townsend could see him as the perfect fit to lead Scotland’s defensive unit.
Watch this space.
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1 & 2. Tom Curry & Tadhg Beirne – The Flank Freaks
Before the first Test, plenty were questioning Andy Farrell’s loyalty to Tom Curry and Tadhg Beirne. Both had struggled to impress during the warm-up games, and many thought their best days were behind them.
Farrell stuck to his guns. And it paid off.
Curry was a force of nature—getting on the scoresheet early and showing off his full skillset in Sheehan’s try, where he started the move and finished it with the final pass. Add in some huge defensive shots and dominant breakdown work, and he looked every bit the world-class openside.
Beirne matched him blow for blow. Over 20 tackles, relentless aggression, and breakdown pressure that disrupted everything in gold. His engine just doesn’t stop.
Two men under pressure. Two colossal performances. Farrell’s faith was rewarded in full.
Curry silenced doubters with a standout display, highlighted by a slick line-out grab and assist for Dan Sheehan’s try early in the second half. He racked up 8 carries, 11 tackles, and a try himself, despite clearly favouring an injured arm.
But when it came time to bask in the praise, Curry wasn’t interested.
“I don’t know what world-class is. It’s such a cliche thing, isn’t it? The thing is to win, and I don’t really care what label you put on it. I gave everything, and that’s all I ask for from myself,” he told reporters — and that was about it.
The usually media-friendly flanker cut a short, no-nonsense figure. Job done. No chit-chat needed.
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