Rugby Union card news
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Rugby union occupies an unusual corner of the hobby: unlike league, soccer or the major card games, it has no dominant, mass-market annual card programme.
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That makes it a collector's category in the truest sense, built on vintage issues stretching back to the tobacco-card and Scanlens eras, custom and independent print runs, and single cards traded on the secondary market. World Cup years, Lions tours and Six Nations milestones tend to spark interest, and crossover internationals (players who feature across formats or codes) carry real appeal. Because supply is thin and scattered, knowing exactly what a card is, and what it's worth, matters more here than almost anywhere else. This page follows what news there is across the rugby union collecting world. Use CardLoft to identify any rugby card you come across and gauge its value, then trade with fellow collectors you know, without the guessing or the strangers.
Joe Hawkins: 'I'm definitely better at 12 than I am 10, but I’m happy jumping between both roles.'
After leaving Wales to experience the Gallagher Prem with Exeter Chiefs, the Scarlets playmaker has no regrets about leaving home
Key takeaways from the USA Women's Eagles and Springbok Women's two-game series
The two game series between the USA Women's Eagles and the Springbok Women ended on Saturday as a stalemate.
England face potential logistical nightmare returning home from Argentina
England take on Argentina looking to improve of their recent record of one win in six Tests.
Where Are They Now? When Charlie Hodgson bent it like Beckham
England and Argentina are set to face each other in football and rugby three days apart this week, bringing back memories of the summer of 2002.
Has Ilona Maher hinted that her return to rugby is around the corner?
The USA's Ilona Maher has hinted that her return to rugby could be just around the corner on social media.
England’s Pepper eager to silence Pumas as World Cup semi-final raises the volume
Saturday’s Test arrives in wake of football showdown Flanker keen to show last year’s series win was no fluke For better or worse England have chosen an interesting week to be in Argentina. Before the World Cup semi-final in Atlanta there is widespread optimism that fútbol is…
Scotland rocked by triple injury blow ahead of Fiji clash
Alex Samuel (knee), Kyle Steyn (foot) and Rory Darge (concussion) have all been ruled out Saturday's match at Murrayfield.
Wales fly in reinforcements ahead of daunting Springboks challenge
Hooker Elliot Dee and second-row Freddie Thomas have joined the Wales camp ahead of their clash with the world champions South Africa in Durban on Saturday in round three of the Nations Championship.
Alfie Barbeary's 'bolt upright' admission about the key change he made at Bath
Not long after he'd been told his contract wouldn't be renewed at Bath, Alfie Barbeary turned in a hat-trick of player of the match displays at the turn of the year in 2026.
'Incredibly challenging': Ospreys CEO Lance Bradley leaves the club
Lance Bradley has stepped down as Ospreys chief executive after two-and-a-half years at the helm, bringing an end to a tenure that saw the region navigate one of the most turbulent periods in Welsh rugby.
Henry Pollock's top speed clocked in hat-trick display
Henry Pollock needed little more than 30 minutes from the bench to make his mark against Fiji on Saturday at the Hill Dickinson Stadium in round two of the Nations Championship.
Reigning champions Leicester begin PREM Rugby Cup defence in London
The Tigers will take on Harlequins at the Twickenham Stoop on Saturday, 5 September.
From SVNS to 15s: Spanish duo have high hopes of cracking the code
Pablo Bouza and his staff have been looking to Sevens to find valuable assets for Los Leones' roster.
Ireland coaches given 'healthy dilemma' as Six Nations star returns for All Blacks
Rob Baloucoune and Jeremy Loughman are both in contention for Ireland’s Test against New Zealand this weekend as a fully-fit squad trained on Tuesday.
Nine-cap Wallaroo becomes fifth Australian to sign with Leicester Tigers this summer
Leicester Tigers have added a fifth Australian to their squad for next year's JAECOO Premiership Women's Rugby campaign.
The Breakdown | Let gamechangers Jordan, Pollock and Bielle-Biarrey off the leash to grow game
Emerging stars need a leg up from media and marketing teams to ensure they get the recognition they deserve By any measure it is a remarkable achievement. While many have fantasised about how it might feel to score a try for the All Blacks, no one in history has now lived that d…
Boks' rivals hailed as 'the team to beat at next year's World Cup' by 2007 winner
South African World Cup winner Victor Matfield has claimed only three teams can win the World Cup next year – the Springboks, the All Blacks or France.
How France ran Australia off their feet at the Suncorp
Fabien Galthie's men produced a blistering second half to douse any hopes of a home win for the Wallabies.
Wallabies identify key focus in bid to bounce back against Italy
The Wallabies have identified the first five minutes of the second half as an area of focus ahead of a Nations Championship match against Italy.
‘Just try to be a sponge': Anton Segner opens up on life in All Blacks camp
"But also getting to know them as people and and seeing what they're all about as a person is pretty cool too."
All Blacks provide update on injured Jordie Barrett before Ireland Test
80-Test All Black Jordie Barrett didn’t train at all on Tuesday morning, but the centre is still expected to be available for Ireland.
Cam Millar finds new Super Rugby Pacific home after Highlanders exit
Millar has emerged as one of New Zealand's most promising playmakers throughout his four seasons with the Highlanders, and his 85 per cent success rate off the tee in the 2026 season was the best rate of any kicker in the competition.
Italy lock handed lengthy ban after Nations Championship red card
The 52nd-minute red card merited a low-end entry point of six weeks/matches, according to the FPRC.
Mike Blair explains Beauden Barrett’s influence amid Love’s All Blacks rise
All Blacks assistant coach Mike Blair insists that while Beauden Barrett is still very much in the frame for selection.
Wallabies must stop making life difficult for themselves to send Schmidt out on high
Without two of their fly-halves against France, Australia's loss of attacking shape and predictable kicking game undid some 'outstanding rugby'.
Henry Slade reveals Jonny Wilkinson’s role in earning his England recall
Henry Slade has revealed that advice from World Cup winner Jonny Wilkinson paved the way for his England return.
England U20 player ratings vs South Africa | World Rugby Junior World Championship 2026
England U20 player ratings: The second semi-final of the World Rugby Junior World Championship was set to be a cracker...
Two red cards and 90 points as rampant Junior Boks book place in final
Khuthadzo Rasivhaga scored a hat-trick as the Junior Springboks stayed on course to retain their World Rugby Junior World Championship title, with 14-man England suffering a second-half implosion to lose 53-37 in Tbilisi, Georgia.
South Africa U20 vs England | World Rugby Junior World Championship 2026
South Africa U20 player ratings: The second semi-final of the World Rugby U20 Championship was billed as a blockbuster, with South Africa U20 looking to book their place in the final against a dangerous England side in a heavyweight showdown.
'Scotland swung for the king and missed - but there is much to take from Loftus epic'
Scotland's high-tempo attack cut South Africa open, but familiar frustrations resurfaced to deny them a monumental scalp.