Rugby Union Weekly Comebacks and Capitulations
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Nov 17, 2025 The hosts dive into England's potential to clinch silverware and debate Scotland's troubling habit of crumbling under pressure. They analyze a thrilling win over New Zealand and discuss Henry Pollock's unconventional antics during the haka. Wales breaks their losing streak with a dramatic last-minute kick, while the new Nations Championship sparks debate on its impact on the World Cup. With talk of George Ford's drop goals and predictions for upcoming matches, excitement fills the air as the rugby season heats up.
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Playing In Two Different Boots
- Ugo Monye once played in mismatched boots for his first Harlequins U21 game after forgetting his boots.
- He used this to compare Matt's two-boot fashion choice as possibly accidental rather than a statement.
Scotland's Game-Management Collapse
- Scotland repeatedly lose control after leading big, showing poor game management in closing stages.
- Gregor Townsend's substitutions and in-game responses were criticised as decisive factors in the collapse.
Momentum Shift Was Turned By Bench Moves
- A single sloppy pass and a poorly chosen restart swung momentum to Argentina.
- Argentina's bench and momentum shift exploited Scotland's lack of reactive substitutions.