Nick Purewal

ABOUT

Nick Purewal is Rugby Correspondent at The Standard, covering men’s and women’s Test rugby, club rugby and London football. Nick has covered five men’s Rugby World Cups in a career spanning almost 20 years. A multi award-winning sports journalist, Nick started in news at the Grimsby Telegraph, before stints at the Newcastle Chronicle, Gloucester Citizen and the Press Association.... MORE

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Nick Purewal is Rugby Correspondent at The Standard, covering men’s and women’s Test rugby, club rugby and London football. Nick has covered five men’s Rugby World Cups in a career spanning almost 20 years. A multi award-winning sports journalist, Nick started in news at the Grimsby Telegraph, before stints at the Newcastle Chronicle, Gloucester Citizen and the Press Association.

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Man City won't lose their desire but all hope is not lost for rivals

The likes of Phil Foden and Josko Gvardiol can improve further although question marks hang over Pep Guardiola and 115 charges

20 May 2024
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Football

Chelsea to wait until after Champions League final to unveil new coach

Lyon boss is first set to face Barcelona in UWCL showdown

20 May 2024
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Football

Chelsea sound out two manager targets as they ponder Pochettino future

Blues will determine their next move in end-of-season talks

20 May 2024
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Football

Guardiola names next manager to become chief rival after Klopp resigns

The Manchester City boss lauded the departing Liverpool manager before setting sights on his next would-be challenger

20 May 2024
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Football

Rodri gives reason why Arsenal 'lack mentality' to win Premier League

Manchester City champion says difference was that the Gunners ‘only played for a draw’ in game at Etihad Stadium

20 May 2024
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Man City 3-1 West Ham: Four in a row sealed for City - LIVE!

League leaders will claim fourth consecutive title with a win

19 May 2024
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Football

Sky's the limit for Phil Foden, Man City's trophy-laden true star

There is no ceiling to the attacking star after another record-breaking season

19 May 2024
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Football

Man City ratings: Masterful Foden mixes artistry and aggression

More Foden magic puts seal on fourth consecutive Premier League title

19 May 2024
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Football

Breaking cycle will put Pochettino in good position for Chelsea talks

No Blues boss has won five consecutive games since Thomas Tuchel

19 May 2024
<p>Estevao Willian is one of the hottest prospects in South America</p>
Football

Chelsea agree initial £29.5m deal for 'mini Messi' in big transfer win

Fee for the hugely-exciting Brazilian could rise to more than £50m

18 May 2024
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Football

James will remind everyone how good he is next season, says Pochettino

The club captain has endured a miserable season with injuries before being hand a four-game ban which rolls into next term

18 May 2024
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Football

Pochettino reveals lowest moment that had him fearing Chelsea future

Blues boss has instigated an impressive turnaround but his place in the dugout remains unconfirmed for next season

17 May 2024
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Football

Pochettino responds to Boehly comments as Chelsea future becomes clear

Blues boss looks increasingly likely to stay ahead of crunch talks

17 May 2024
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Football

Chelsea issue Nkunku plan vs Bournemouth after promising injury return

French striker is fit but may not start on final day, admits Mauricio Pochettino

17 May 2024
<p>McCall says Sarries are confident whatever the outcome</p>
Rugby Union

Mark McCall delivers ominous Saracens warning

Sarries need a result against Sale to secure home tie for 14th semi-final match

17 May 2024
<p>Care is confident that Quins are making progress</p>
Rugby Union

Care interview: Play-offs or not, Quins are making progress

Gallagher Premiership going down to the wire

17 May 2024
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Football

Bring back common sense! Five-point plan to fix VAR as key vote looms

The technology is unlikely to be scrapped, but there are plenty of ways to greatly improve the process

16 May 2024
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Rugby Union

Harlequins sign Lamositele to fill prop role vacated by Collier

Samoan joins with significant Premiership experience after Saracens stint

15 May 2024
<p>McCall has paid rich tribute to the brothers</p>
Rugby Union

McCall pays tribute to Billy and Mako Vunipola ahead of Saracens exit

Duo poised to head to France at the end of the season

14 May 2024
<p>Homegrown talent: George Earthy scored his first senior West Ham goal against Luton</p>
Football

Moyes tells West Ham starlet how to hit next level after breakthrough

Young Hammer of the Year looks poised for a big future after super-sub heroics against Luton

13 May 2024