Saracens avoid third straight defeat with convincing win over Exeter
Saracens avoided falling to their worst run in the Gallagher Premiership for three years by dispatching Exeter 40-17 in a mismatch lacking the fireworks of recent collisions.
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In-form Wasps thrash title rivals Bristol in high-scoring clash
Wasps continued their charge towards the Gallagher Premiership play-offs by crushing title rivals Bristol 59-35 at the Ricoh Arena.
Derek McInnes confirms more will go out on loan from Aberdeen
Aberdeen manager Derek McInnes has confirmed more young players will be sent out on loan before the summer transfer window closes next month.
Joe Harper column: Getting Craig Bryson off the wage bill was right call financially for Aberdeen
Craig Bryson’s departure from Aberdeen is perhaps the best thing for all parties.
Scottish Government delays fan return to sports stadia, but Aberdeen v Kilmarnock test event this weekend will go ahead
The provisional date for fans' return to Scottish sports stadia has been pushed back from September 14 to October 5.
Aberdeen boosted as Sam Cosgrove and Ryan Edmondson set for early injury returns
Aberdeen have received a double striker fitness boost with Sam Cosgrove and Ryan Edmondson on course to return from injury earlier than anticipated.
Aberdeen confirm departure of midfielder Craig Bryson
Aberdeen have confirmed midfielder Craig Bryson has left the club.
When Aberdeen last met Portuguese opposition in Europe
Should Aberdeen beat Viking FK in Norway next Thursday, they will set up a Europa League third qualifying round tie against Sporting Clube de Portugal.
Derek McInnes says Premiership fan trial is ‘reward’ for Red Army, as Rob Wicks says he’s ‘hopeful’ over crowd go-ahead for Scottish Cup semi
Dons boss Derek McInnes believes the test return of fans to Pittodrie is reward for the Red Army’s loyalty during the Covid-19 crisis.
Aberdeen boss Derek McInnes: Squad competition means ‘players know if they are not performing well they will sit and kick their heels’
Aberdeen boss Derek McInnes has warned players could be left to “kick their heels” on the bench if they lose form.
Owen Farrell out of Champions Cup quarter-final after being given five-match ban
Owen Farrell will miss Saracens’ Champions Cup quarter-final against Leinster after being issued with a five-match ban for his dangerous tackle against Wasps on Saturday.
Bristol crush sorry Saints to return to second spot
Bristol reclaimed second place in the Gallagher Premiership after swamping Northampton 47-10 at Ashton Gate.
Craig Bryson in talks to cancel Aberdeen contract with agreement expected before Kilmarnock clash
Aberdeen are set to bring Craig Bryson’s time at Pittodrie to an end with the midfielder in talks to cancel his contract.
Owen Farrell ‘incredibly regretful’ about high tackle says Saracens chief
Owen Farrell is “incredibly regretful” over the illegal tackle that is almost certain to see him banned for Saracens’ most important game of the season, according to his director of rugby Mark McCall.
5 Talking Points as the Premiership play-off battle hots up
The Gallagher Premiership continues at pace this week with another round of games on Tuesday and Wednesday.
Derek McInnes tips Bristol City loanee Marley Watkins to deliver goals for Aberdeen
Aberdeen boss Derek McInnes has backed loan signing Marley Watkins to hit the goal trail after the international break.
Aberdeen chief Dave Cormack reveals hopes of welcoming fans back to Pittodrie for two test events
Aberdeen chairman Dave Cormack says he's "hopeful" the Dons will get Scottish Government approval to hold two test events at Pittodrie ahead of fans returning to Premiership matches.
Manu Tuilagi on scoresheet against former club as Sale brush aside Leicester
Manu Tuilagi made a try-scoring return to Welford Road as Sale Sharks strengthened their Gallagher Premiership play-off push by beating Leicester 40-31.
Ruaridh McConnochie inspires Bath to victory as fans return to Twickenham Stoop
Ruaridh McConnochie produced two classy finishes to ruin Harlequins’ celebrations over the temporary return of their fans as Bath emerged 41-27 winners at Twickenham Stoop.
Aberdeen boss Derek McInnes reveals hopes of extending centre-back Tommie Hoban’s short-term deal
Aberdeen boss Derek McInnes has challenged Tommie Hoban to earn a long-term deal beyond January.
Aberdeen boss Derek McInnes says he’s ‘in process’ of arranging loan moves for players
Derek McInnes says some younger members of his Aberdeen squad will be sent on loan.
Joe Lewis is pleased Aberdeen have done talking on the pitch to put Covid crisis behind them
Pittodrie captain Joe Lewis insists it is now time to finally draw a line under the "Aberdeen eight" crisis and move on.
Sean Wallace column: Daunting Europa test awaits but Aberdeen have a real Sporting chance
Aberdeen will need to pull off the club’s biggest Euro result this century to keep the Europa League bid alive – but it can be done.
‘Only a matter of time’ before Ross McCrorie earns Scotland senior call-up – Aberdeen boss Derek McInnes
Dons boss Derek McInnes has backed new signing Ross McCrorie to become a full Scotland international.
Willie Miller: The way Aberdeen sorted out fast-starters Hibs in Premiership augurs well for campaign
To be going into the first international break with three wins out of four in the Premiership is a very good start for Aberdeen.
Battling Wasps sting Bath despite losing four players to injury
Wasps claimed a remarkable Gallagher Premiership victory by beating play-off rivals Bath 27-23 despite losing four players injured.
Who are Aberdeen’s Europa League rivals Viking FK?
Aberdeen will play Viking FK in the second qualifying round of the Europa League.
Aberdeen to meet Viking FK in Norway in Europa League second qualifying round
Aberdeen will play Viking FK in the second qualifying round of the Europa League.
Aberdeen boss Derek McInnes praises ‘brilliant bunch of players’ for winning run amid adversity
Boss Derek McInnes hailed the togetherness and strength of his squad for coming through the Aberdeen Eight crisis.
Mike Brown’s quick thinking inspires Harlequins to victory over Northampton
Harlequins’ discarded England contingent took centre stage at The Stoop by inspiring a 30-17 Gallagher Premiership victory that prolongs Northampton’s post-lockdown troubles.