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The divide between Northern and Southern Hemisphere teams has been obvious as the Southern Hemisphere teams have all played well, while the performances from their Northern rivals leaves a lot to be desired. Posted September 10, 2007 by Hamish McBrearty

Winning the World Cup in 2003 was supposed to signal a golden era for Union. But four years on things could not be more different. Posted July 17, 2007 by Dave Doran

The New Zealanders dominate in the heavily-policed rucks, while the Wallabies' under-pressure scrum is often awarded penalties. Referees are under pressure and all we ask for is consistency. Posted August 26, 2007 by James Mortimer

The feeling that the team finishing top of the Guinness Premiership should be declared English Rugby Union champions rather than resorting to play-offs is a valid one. But the rival code has used the play-off system for years - and the fans love it. Posted August 13, 2007 by Gaz Shaw

Sportingo’s Donna Gee has been involved in the Rugby Union scene for most of her life - and predicts that the oval-ball game - inspired by another amazing World Cup tournament - could replace football as the UK’s No.1 sport. Posted October 18, 2007 by Donna Gee