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Dai Sport Is Changing . . . To DragonSports
Dai Sport is transforming . . . into something bigger and better, but still familiar as a home for all your Welsh sports news, features and opinion. Yes, old Dai is leaving his lair and moving on to become DragonSports, a new website that will hopefully prove you can teach an old dragon new tricks.
Matt Sherratt Insists He Won’t Be Applying For Wales Job Long Term
Matt Sherratt is ready to hit the ground running to end Wales’ record 14-game losing streak but, whatever happens in the remainder of the Six Nations, the new caretaker coach has said he will not be seeking the role on a permanent basis. The exit of Warren Gatland by mutual consent on Tuesday led to Sherratt being parachuted in from his position as Cardiff head coach for Wales' remaining three games in the Six Nations, starting with a home clash against champions Ireland on Feb. 22.
Omer Riza Tells Cardiff City Players They Lack Bravery
Omer Riza accused his Cardiff City players of lacking of bravery after they lost 2-1 at fellow Championship strugglers Portsmouth. The result leaves the Bluebirds still in a relegation dogfight, just two points above the drop zone and still with just one away win all season in the league.
Warren Gatland Goes . . .And In Comes Matt Sherratt (For Now)
Warren Gatland has left his role as Wales coach midway through the Six Nations, with his team on a national-record losing streak of 14 matches. The decision was announced by the Welsh Rugby Union on Tuesday, three days after a 22-15 loss to Italy that appears to have sealed the New Zealander's fate. Matt Sherratt, the head coach of Cardiff, will take over for the remainder of the Six Nations.
Time To Say Goodbye . . . Warren Gatland Urged To Quit
Warren Gatland should resign and the Welsh Rugby Union (WRU) should start looking for a replacement to bring in fresh ideas, according to Sir Clive Woodward. Wales’ well deserved 22-15 loss to Italy in Rome marked their 14th consecutive defeat, piling even more pressure on Gatland.
Cardiff City Keeper Ethan Horvath Aiming For More FA Cup Heroics At Villa Park
Cardiff City’s FA Cup journey will continue against Premier League opposition after a dramatic penalty shoot-out victory over Stoke City was rewarded in the draw by a fifth-round clash away to Aston Villa. The Bluebirds, currently battling to pull further away from the relegation scrap in the Championship, held their nerve at the Bet365 Stadium in a thrilling contest that ended 3-3 after extra time, with goalkeeper Ethan Horvath emerging as the hero.
Sam Warburton Hints Warren Gatland Has Lost The Wales Dressing Room
Sam Warburton has suggested Wales coach Warren Gatland may have “lost the dressing room” following the defeat to Italy. Former Wales captain Warburton - made captain by Gatland for two Lions tours - gave a damning verdict on Wales under Gatland after the team had suffered a 14th successive defeat in Rome.
Luke Williams Backs Swansea City To Build On Shock First Win Of The Year
Luke Williams believes Swansea City have drawn a line in the sand after they gained their first victory of 2025. Josh Tymon's second-half strike was enough to give the Swans a 1-0 Championship victory over Bristol City in a full-blooded Anglo-Welsh battle at Ashton Gate.
No Wins, No Progress, No Hope . . . But Warren Gatland Insists He’s “Working Hard” As Wales Coach
Warren Gatland insists it’s business as usual for him as Wales continue to lose and fall further down the world rankings. Some coaches may have read the room and offered to resign after a 14th successive defeat led to a further drop in the rankings to 12th, a record low. But despite a deserved 22-15 defeat to Italy in Rome, Gatland was again talking about “working hard” and “staying tight” - just as he has been doing for almost 500 days since he last won a game of rugby.
Omer Riza Praises Rubin Colwill As Cardiff City Reach Last 16 of FA Cup
Omer Riza praised Rubin Colwill after Cardiff City banished the ghost of FA Cups past with a 4-2 win over Stoke to reach the fifth round for the first time in 11 years. Goalkeeper Ethan Horvath and midfielder Colwill were the heroes after an enthralling cup tie, which ended 3-3 after 120 minutes. The Bluebirds made it fourth time lucky at the bet365 Stadium as they finally got one over the Potters in the competition.
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Fired Up Dragons Hint New Era Might Be More Than Mere Branding
The Dragons claimed the regional result of the weekend, with their first league victory since January. Geraint Powell was there to see it and believes the players’ win over Connacht backed up the impressive efforts of those behind the scenes. I outlined last week why elite non-Test match rugby in... Read More
Something Stirs In The Dragons' Den But It Will Take Time To Breathe Fire
In the last of the Guinness Pro 14 regional spotlights, we focus on the Dragons. Geraint Powell believes the newly-named, newly-branded, newly-owned team can stir some excitement, although patience may need to be a virtue.
Having done situation reports at the Ospreys (http://www.dai-sport.com/ospreys-ready-fly-back-shadows/), the Scarlets (http://www.dai-sport.com/scarlets-bloodline-williams-halfpenny-will-keep-pumping-top-pro14/) and the Cardiff Blues (http://www.dai-sport.com/cardiff-blues-bid-make-smaller-sums-add-long-awaited-success/),... Read More
Something Stirs In The Dragons' Den But It Will Take Time To Breathe Fire
In the last of the Guinness Pro 14 regional spotlights, we focus on the Dragons. Geraint Powell believes the newly-named, newly-branded, newly-owned team can stir some excitement, although patience may need to be a virtue.
Having done situation reports at the Ospreys (http://www.dai-sport.com/ospreys-ready-fly-back-shadows/), the Scarlets (http://www.dai-sport.com/scarlets-bloodline-williams-halfpenny-will-keep-pumping-top-pro14/) and the Cardiff Blues (http://www.dai-sport.com/cardiff-blues-bid-make-smaller-sums-add-long-awaited-success/),... Read More
Gavin Henson's Final Role in Welsh Rugby - Role Model
Gavin Henson used to sprinkle a bit of stardust over Welsh rugby. But older, wiser, and more mature, it will be more mundane qualities he brings to the Dragons – and that’s just what is required, says Robin Davey. Amid all the uncertainties surrounding Welsh rugby right now - will... Read More
Bernard Jackman Plans To Turn Lions Into Dragons At Rodney Parade
Bernard Jackman plans to recruit Warren Gatland and his Wales coaching team as part of the Dragons revolution. Head coach Jackman has ambitious plans at Rodney Parade following the Welsh Rugby Union takeover and part of those involve calling on the talents of Gatland, Rob Howley and Robin McBryde. Having... Read More
Gavin Henson Can Help Turn Muck Into Desso Gold At Rodney Parade
The Things To Do List at Newport Gwent Dragons is a long one. But Robin Davey believes a new pitch and some players to set alongside Gavin Henson should be near the very top. The Dragons have been thrown a lifeline and they finally have a chance of making progress... Read More
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