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RFU Chief Executive Bill Sweeney Confirms WRU Approach for Anglo-Welsh League

RFU Chief Executive Bill Sweeney Confirms WRU Approach for Anglo-Welsh League
World Sports · 19:08:21 - Saturday, 7 November 2026

The Rugby Football Union (RFU) chief executive Bill Sweeney has confirmed that the Welsh Rugby Union (WRU) has made an approach regarding a potential Anglo-Welsh league. Sweeney, who has led the RFU since 2019, acknowledged the discussions during a recent media briefing. The proposal would involve closer competition between English and Welsh clubs, though details remain undisclosed. The news was reported by BBC Sport Wales correspondent Gareth Griffiths on November 6, 2026.

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