Join Rob and Rich, two Englishmen ('Rosbifs'), as they dive into the heart of French rugby. From the glitz and glamour of the Top14, the madness of ProD2 and the highs and lows of Les Bleus on the international stage, this podcast is a love letter to France's brutal but beautiful game. There's stories from travels to France, dubious insights into French cuisine and culture, and even the odd bit of advice on getting you out to watch a game. Whether you're a die-hard French rugby nerd, curious about the towns and cities central to the game across the Channel, or just enjoy the odd tall tale from our special guests, The Rosbifs Rugby Podcast has you covered!
This podcast is for you if you find yourself asking questions such as…
How do I follow French Rugby in the UK?
How do I follow French Rugby if I don’t speak French?
What happened to Le French Rugby Podcast?
Is there anyone that talks about French Rugby in English?
What is good about French Rugby?
Why is rugby popular in France?
How does French rugby have so much money?
What Top 14 team should I support?
Are there any podcasts about French Rugby, Top 14 or Pro D2?
What is the best rugby experience in France?
What is the best place to visit for rugby in France?
How do I organise a trip to watch a Top 14 game?
The Champions Cup and Challenge Cup are underway, and despite the naysayers there were some cracking fixtures, surprises and the big boys didn't have it their own way.
In a weekend overshadowed by the tragic passing of Hyron Andrews, we reflect on a brave and fitting tribute in La Rochelle, report from Rob's trip to Pau and reflect on an all timer of a Pro D2 experience down in Dax.
Look out for further deep dives from this season of French rugby over on our YouTube channel - SUBSCRIBE so you don't miss out!
https://www.youtube.com/@RosbifsRugby
And of course, if you want to see photos from our trips to France, make sure you FOLLOW us on instagram - we are @RosbifsRugby on there!
https://www.instagram.com/rosbifsrugby/
Chapters:
00:15 Entrées: Rob's French Stash Haul
05:10 Tribute to Hyron Andrews
07:30 Champions Cup Round 1: The Big Headlines & Big Issues
15:48 Gloucester vs Union Bordeaux Begles Review
19:06 Rob's Trip to Pau
27:06 Rob's Trip to Pau: Section Paloise vs Leicester Tigers Review
36:22 Bath vs Montpellier Review
40:07 Champions Cup Round 1: Round up
42:07 Toulouse vs Exeter Review
48:46 Challenge Cup Round 1: Round up
52:35 Top 14 Round 7 Preview
55:47 Rob's Trip to Dax
01:00:21 Rob's Trip: Dax vs Montauban Review
01:06:50 Pro D2 Round 7: Round up
01:09:46 Pro D2 Round 8 Preview
01:12:36 Petit-Fours & Digestifs
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13 Oct 2026
S4 EP8 - The Big French Champions Cup Preview
The Champions Cup and Challenge Cup are back, and in spite of much shade throwing in recent times we're bloody excited for it! We're previewing what might lie ahead for the French sides, recapping a cracking round of Top 14 and Pro D2 action and playing a riveting games of 'Blind XVs' following something Rob saw on TikTok...
Rob & Rich have both been out and about on other podcasts doing specific previews of how the French teams will fare in this week's Champions Cup fixtures
Check out Rob previewing Pau vs Leicester on The Rolling Maul: https://therollingmaul.buzzsprout.com/1833874/episodes/19953560
Rob also previewed Clermont vs Leinster, Munster vs Racing 92 and more on The Inter Pro Show: https://youtu.be/OJQUm1W4e40?si=KrgLy_NoVt5KtWcc
Meanwhile Rich appeared on BBC Bristol's The Scrum with Dan Allbutt and Gareth Chilcott to preview the teams from the West Country against French opposition (Bath vs Montpellier, Gloucester vs Union Bordeaux Begles, and Toulouse vs Exeter): https://www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/m00329tc
Look out for further deep dives from this season of French rugby over on our YouTube channel - SUBSCRIBE so you don't miss out!
https://www.youtube.com/@RosbifsRugby
And of course, if you want to see photos from our trips to France, make sure you FOLLOW us on instagram - we are @RosbifsRugby on there!
https://www.instagram.com/rosbifsrugby/
Chapters
00:15 Entrées: Guns for (Free) Hire
04:06 Top 14 Round 6 Review
19:07 Champions Cup 2026-2027 Preview
20:24 Hopes for the Champions Cup in 2026-2027
25:52 Which Top 14 Teams care about the Champions Cup?
30:48 Champions Cup Top 14 Team Picks Game - Who are the Key Players for each French side?
41:22 Challenge Cup 2026-2027 Preview
45:35 Champions Cup Round 1 - Things to Look Out For
47:20 Pau vs Leicester Tigers: Trip Preview
48:34 Pro D2 Round 6 Review
54:00 Pro D2 Round 7 Preview & Potential Trips for British Fans
57:21 Petit-Fours & Digestifs
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7 Oct 2026
S4 EP7 - Francisco Isaac: Portugal, Pathways & Pro D2
Journalist Francisco Isaac joins us for this bumper edition of the pod to give the inside line on Franco-Portuguese rugby relations, emerging nations in France and what has caught his eye in the French rugby-sphere this season to date!
We also have a round up of all the Top 14 action including drama in Vannes and Castres, Nationale marches on, and international a Rosbif of the year contender is leading international relations in the Petit-Fours...
Look out for further deep dives from this season of French rugby over on our YouTube channel - SUBSCRIBE so you don't miss out!
https://www.youtube.com/@RosbifsRugby
And of course, if you want to see photos from our trips to France, make sure you FOLLOW us on instagram - we are @RosbifsRugby on there!
https://www.instagram.com/rosbifsrugby/
Chapters
00:15 Entrées: Itching in the Kitchen Once Again
03:26 Top 14 Round 5 Review
25:53 Top 14 Round 6 Preview
28:50 Francisco Isaac Interview
- Intro to Fransicso 28:50
- Spotlight on Rodrigo Marta: Top 14 Player of the Month 36:03
- Pathway for Portuguese Players into France 43:58
- Best Talent in Emerging Nations 55:03
- Emerging Nations Chances at 2027 Rugby World Cup 59:10
- Four Nations Alliance 01:05:00
- Pro D2 Season So Far 01:07:47
01:13:47 Pro D2 Round 6 Preview
01:16:27 Nationale Nibbles
01:18:05 Petit-Fours & Digestifs
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Join the Rosbifs Rugby league in La Grand Mêlée here:
https://t.co/lMx8o3SYGo
Rejoins sa ligue n°42147 : Rosbifs Rugby
(Mot de passe : YPPTH)
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