This week we travel to Europe to speak with Francisco Isaac about the recent RWC qualifying campaign, the brand new club competition established in 2021, the fallout from Russia’s absence going forward and the challenges national unions face when trying to professionalise. Key segments: [5:04] Francisco’s view of the European landscape [13:02] The challenges for emerging unions in Europe [19:15] Rugby Europe Super Cup, the continental club-based comp which launched in late 2021 [26:09] Rugby Europe Championship, RWC qualifying and its legacy for each of the nations involved [39:05] What next for Russian rugby? [43:20] Francisco’s impassioned plea to rugby fans to engage with all parts of the rugby globe Follow us on Twitter: @OutsideCTRpod Follow us on Instagram: @outsidectrpodcast