Gatland Gathers Coaches for Final Meeting as Wales Star Shines
Wales coaches meet today to finalize their Six Nations squad amid injury concerns and rising stars
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Cardiff: So, it’s a big day for Welsh rugby! The coaches are meeting to wrap up their Six Nations squad. They’ve been watching games all weekend, trying to figure out who’s in and who’s out.
Warren Gatland has been busy checking out performances across Europe. He was at Kingsholm for the Scarlets vs. Gloucester match and Neil Jenkins caught the Ospreys game against Newcastle. It’s all about making those final calls.
With Monday’s squad announcement looming, there’s a lot of pressure on Gatland. After a tough 2024, he’s been challenged to turn things around. Injuries are also a headache, with some key players dropping out recently.
On the bright side, if Gareth Anscombe or Sam Costelow can’t play, there’s a young star, Dan Edwards, who’s been making waves. He was the standout player in the Ospreys’ recent win and could be in line for his first call-up.
Edwards is keeping his head down, focusing on his game with the Ospreys. He’s not getting too caught up in the Wales talk, which is smart. He’s just enjoying his rugby and helping his team push for the Challenge Cup.
Meanwhile, over in Exeter, things aren’t looking great. Rob Baxter’s team just took a heavy loss against Bordeaux, and he admitted it was a tough day. They’ve got a lot of work to do if they want to turn their season around.
It’s a mixed bag for Welsh rugby right now, but there’s definitely some excitement with the young talent coming through. Let’s see how it all unfolds!