England Rugby Legend Ditches Retirement to Ref His Local Club Game
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Former England captain and centre Phil de Glanville was spotted back on a rugby pitch over the weekend, refereeing a game a club rugby.
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Renowned for his exceptional skills as a centre, de Glanville earned 38 caps for England, captaining the team from 1996 to 1997.
He played a pivotal role in England’s 1995 Rugby World Cup campaign and had a successful club career with Bath Rugby.
Beyond rugby, de Glanville has ventured into business and sports administration, showcasing his leadership both on and off the field.
Old Sulians RFC wrote on Twitter: “Not only is former England captain Phil De Glanville reffing us today, he's wearing an old-school Bath jersey. Love it.”
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Owen Farrell, one of the most recognisable and influential players in modern rugby, endured a tour to forget in South Africa. Despite his vast experience and reputation as a leader, Farrell was named by SA Rugby Mag as the worst-performing Lion on the tour.
Initially expected to play a key role, he started three games and featured off the bench in the first two Tests.
However, as the series decider loomed, head coach Warren Gatland made a brutal call – dropping Farrell from the matchday 23 entirely. It was a stark fall from grace for a player who was once considered indispensable.
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