(Getty Images) The end of an era may be approaching for the Saracens, but on this evidence, their time as the Premiership’s ruling class is far from over. England’s top team may be more competitive than ever, but it is hard to shake the feeling that it will ultimately be Saracens who will have the… Read More »
It was Owen Farrell’s first match since announcing his move to Racing in the summer – Getty Images/Richard Heathcote Saracens 40 Exeter 22 In the week when his departure from the StoneX Stadium was announced (albeit not by Saracens), Owen Farrell seized a tumultuous game against Exeter Chiefs to thrust the North London club back… Read More »
Successfully managing Saracens’ transition from Owen Farrell to a new playmaker will be one of the toughest tests Mark McCall has ever faced – David Rogers/Getty Images All dynasties eventually die. In the United States, the New England Patriots’ reign felt like it would continue indefinitely, with the combination of coach Bill Belichick and quarterback… Read More »
Owen Farrell’s form is mixed and he looks set to benefit from a change of scenery and a new challenge – ROMAIN PERROCHEAU/AFP via Getty Images Even many of those who were angry with the Saracens and were fond of certain things schadenfreude Even in my wildest dreams I couldn’t imagine them posting 50 points… Read More »
Owen Farrell was all smiles as Saracens prepared to play the Bulls this week – Twitter/Saracens In the opening shots of the video footage in Pretoria, Owen Farrell is seen with a beaming grin on his face and a ball in his hand. It is suspected that his club Saracens’ social media post on Tuesday… Read More »
McCall, left, could continue to call on Farrell for club duties – Getty Images/David Rogers Saracens director of rugby Mark McCall has accused social media and traditional media of distorting the ‘narrative’ around Owen Farrell’s career. McCall was speaking at a press conference on Wednesday to address Farrell’s decision to step down as England captain.… Read More »