Clearance of United Rugby Championship clubs

Cardiff, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Ospreys: the provinces' kits

Cardiff, the club from the Welsh capital that plays at Arms Park, is the best represented, with kits designed by Macron: waterproof jacket for rainy afternoons, zip-neck training jacket, zip hoodie, polo, and t-shirt. The home jerseys of the Glasgow Warriors, Edinburgh, and the Swansea Ospreys feature the colours of these provinces, while the Edinburgh shorts complete the match kit. For the stands in the British winter, the beanie from the Scarlets of Llanelli and the Glasgow scarf are a must, and the Gilbert balls in the colours of the two Scottish clubs make for great souvenirs.

Other leagues

The clubs' clearance sale also comes in different flavours:

• Top 14.
• Pro D2.
• Premiership.
• Super Rugby.

All clubs on clearance are gathered on the clubs page.

From the Celtic League to the United Rugby Championship

The competition started in 2001 under the name of Celtic League, featuring the Irish provinces alongside Welsh and Scottish clubs. Two Italian teams joined in 2010, followed by two South African franchises in 2017, under the name Pro14. The arrival of the Bulls, Lions, Sharks, and Stormers in 2021 led to the creation of the United Rugby Championship, with sixteen teams. The Stormers won the first edition in 2022, Munster triumphed in 2023 in Cape Town, the Glasgow Warriors in 2024 in Pretoria against the Bulls, and Leinster, the most decorated province in the competition's history, in 2025 in Dublin.

Waterproof jacket, zip hoodie, beanie: the stand outfit

The clothing from the provinces is designed for the British climate. The waterproof jacket, with a hood and taped seams, should be roomy enough to layer over a hoodie: stick to your usual size, or even go a size up if layering multiple items. The zip hoodie, which fits closer to the body, can be worn alone or under the jacket. British cuts often run a bit tighter at the shoulders, so it's a good idea to check your chest measurement against the brand's size guide. For care, a waterproof jacket should be washed at a low temperature, without fabric softener, which can affect the water-repellent treatment of the fabric.

Other good deals

Good bargains can also be found in good deals, sales, Black Friday. The new arrivals showcase the latest collections. The highlights of the year follow a steady order: Black Friday in late autumn, the holiday season, winter sales, the French Days in spring, followed by summer sales and back-to-school.

Frequently asked questions

How many teams are there in the URC?

Sixteen: four Irish provinces, Connacht, Leinster, Munster, and Ulster, four Welsh, Cardiff, Dragons, Ospreys, and Scarlets, two Scottish, two Italian, Benetton and Zebre, and four South African franchises.

Why has Cardiff Blues become Cardiff Rugby?

In 2021, the franchise dropped the Blues nickname to take on the name Cardiff Rugby, which is closer to the identity of the historic club from the Welsh capital, founded in 1876. Older products still carry the old name.

Where do the Glasgow Warriors play?

At Scotstoun Stadium, in the west of Glasgow, a venue with around seven thousand seats featuring a synthetic pitch. The atmosphere there is renowned, and big European matches are sometimes played in a larger stadium in the city.

What is the 1872 Cup?

The trophy contested annually by Edinburgh and Glasgow, in memory of the first match between the two cities, played in 1872. The matches take place during the holiday season, in home and away fixtures.

What is the purpose of a half-zip warm-up top?

This is a high-collared top with a short zip, worn by players during warm-ups and by supporters in the stands. It goes over the head, keeps the neck warm, and layers easily over a t-shirt.