RBS 6 NATIONS TOURNAMENT 2008

The 2008 RBS 6 Nations Championship is upon us with another action-packed tournament in prospect.

Europe’s six top rugby playing nations will be aiming for glory in another hotly contested championship.

Defending champions France and their new coach, Marc Lièvremont, go in search of their first hat-trick with three back-to-back victories, but England will hope to be strong contenders after their exploits at the World Cup.

Ireland, last year’s Triple Crown winners, will want to forget their World Cup form and prove to their fans that they can perform under pressure.

Scotland will hope to continue on their World Cup form and coach Frank Hadden is confident this side can make an impact.

Wales and their new coach, Warren Gatland, will hope to rediscover the form that saw them crowned RBS 6 Nations Champions in 2005.

Italy continue to grow stronger every year and under new coach Nick Mallett will offer a particularly stern challenge in Rome.

This year again, boosted by an unpredictable Rugby World Cup, the RBS 6 Nations Championship should provide its fans with suspense, excitement and passion. With a number of new head coaches and upcoming young players, the championship is once again wide open.