Nick Purewal

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Nick Purewal is Rugby Correspondent at The Standard, covering men’s and women’s Test rugby, club rugby and London football. Nick has covered five men’s Rugby World Cups in a career spanning almost 20 years. A multi award-winning sports journalist, Nick started in news at the Grimsby Telegraph, before stints at the Newcastle Chronicle, Gloucester Citizen and the Press Association.... MORE

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Nick Purewal is Rugby Correspondent at The Standard, covering men’s and women’s Test rugby, club rugby and London football. Nick has covered five men’s Rugby World Cups in a career spanning almost 20 years. A multi award-winning sports journalist, Nick started in news at the Grimsby Telegraph, before stints at the Newcastle Chronicle, Gloucester Citizen and the Press Association.

<p>Impact: Ivan Van Zyl credits Owen Farrell with helping him to achieve his best at Saracens</p>
Rugby Union

Saracens star Van Zyl hoping 'world-class' Farrell signs off in style

Sarries must win at Franklin’s Gardens to set up an emotional Twickenham finale for the former England captain

31 May 2024
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Football

Chelsea make Osimhen transfer decision as Lukaku price tag set

Blues have held long-standing interest in Nigeria international

31 May 2024
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Football

Project Reece James: Inside Maresca plan to rejuvenate Chelsea captain

Getting the best out of injury-plagued Blues skipper will be crucial for new manager’s tactical plans at Stamford Bridge

31 May 2024
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Football

Chelsea transfer target keen on Arsenal move - and it's not Sesko

Feyenoord left-back is being tracked by both London clubs as he recovers from a serious knee injury

31 May 2024
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Football

Chelsea to accelerate transfer plans with four big signings targeted

Blues keen on four big signings in summer rebuild

31 May 2024
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Football

Man United target £25m Chelsea star in major summer transfer overhaul

Blues are thought to be open to selling either Chalobah or fellow homegrown talent Conor Gallagher

31 May 2024
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Football

Chelsea stars dismayed by Pochettino exit now excited by Maresca ideas

Incoming Blues boss earns glowing reviews as he prepares to enter difficult Stamford Bridge dressing room

30 May 2024
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Football

Long-term Maresca deal will only work for Chelsea on one condition

Second time in two years Blues bosses have appointed a man they believe can break the mould in modern football

29 May 2024
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Rugby Union

Owen Farrell issues Saracens rallying cry in Premiership title bid

Fourth-placed Sarries face tricky trip on Friday night

28 May 2024
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Football

Maresca set to bring back ex-Chelsea player as plans take shape

A very familiar face is likely to return to Stamford Bridge once Leicester boss officially takes the reins

28 May 2024
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Football

Chelsea won over by Maresca plans for Fernandez with appointment close

Leicester boss has presented multiple ideas for how to get the best out of the World Cup winner

28 May 2024
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Football

Why Chelsea are ready to gamble on Maresca as Arsenal offer blueprint

Another Pep Guardiola protege will hope to follow Mikel Arteta’s path after winning Stamford Bridge battle

28 May 2024
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Football

Chelsea choose next manager with official approach now made

Championship title-winning boss in frame for Stamford Bridge job, seeing off competition from Roberto De Zerbi and Thomas Frank

28 May 2024
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Football

Main contender emerges as Chelsea finalise four-man manager shortlist

Italian boss is keen on Stamford Bridge job, but Brighton would still be owed compensation

26 May 2024
<p>Baxter has strong chance of touring this summe</p>
Rugby Union

Baxter among seven uncapped players named in England training squad

Steve Borthwick’s side to meet Japan and New Zealand

26 May 2024
<p>Antoine Dupont led Toulouse to European glory</p>
Rugby Union

Dupont: Exceptional Toulouse mindset thrived in extreme final pressure

Toulouse were reduced to 14 men in extra-time but still had enough to battle past Leinster

25 May 2024
<p>Dupont was peerless in north London</p>
Rugby Union

Dupont leads Toulouse charge to record sixth Champions Cup triumph

French giants refuse to be denied in tight final

25 May 2024
<p>Done deal: Vincent Kompany</p>
Football

Kompany agrees deal to become new Bayern Munich manager

The 38-year-old is set to sign a three-year deal to take charge at the German giants

25 May 2024
<p>Man in demand: Kieran McKenna</p>
Football

Why Kieran McKenna is England's most-coveted coach

Endorsed by Sir Alex Ferguson and nurtured by Jose Mourinho, the 38-year-old is wanted by Chelsea, Manchester United and Brighton

24 May 2024