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News, views and analysis covering every strand of Scottish rugby - www.theoffsideline.com

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Barney and Burnsy are joined by Jamie Lindsay and Roddy Grant from Breadalbane. They dissect Scotland-Argentina 😭 look into grassroots rugby, domestic results and the rest of last weeks games. It’s an absolute cracker!
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November 19, 2025 at 12:17 PM
Catch this week's podcast: Scotland Sevens: back from the dead, on The Offside Line!

They discuss Scotland/GB Men’s Sevens squad, the #scotland squad ahead of Gregor Townsend’s announcement on Tuesday, the latest URC and domestic Premiership action.
Available wherever you catch your podcasts!
October 20, 2025 at 3:30 PM
🏉 PODCAST REMINDER: This week the boys talked women’s contracts, Mark Cairns, Mull, club call-offs and much more

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September 28, 2025 at 1:35 PM
The Offside Line Podcast: New Scottish Women contracts and a Mark Cairns exclusive

This week the boys dive into Barney’s trip to Mull, Scottish Women’s contracts, sit down with Currie head coach, Mark Cairns and more!

Listen in on your favourite podcast platform
#scottishrugby #scotlandrugby
September 25, 2025 at 2:36 PM
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Barney and Burnsy are delighted to be joined by Stuart Bathgate to chat about the Women’s World Cup before the boys get into the latest injury news coming out of the Edinburgh and Glasgow camps; the men and women’s Premierships and preview this weekend’s games.
September 10, 2025 at 4:28 PM
This week Barney and Burnsy join Eve McTiernan to discuss Scotland’s win over Wales.

The guys also review the first round of action in the Men’s Prem and Barney chats to Neil Graham, Gavin Scott, Stuart Edwards and Pat MacArthur about the schools Open Conference competition.
#womensrugbyworldcup
August 26, 2025 at 1:36 PM
Welcome to season two of the Offside Line Podcast!
Barney and Burnsy are back to preview the start of the #womensrugbyworldcup and the men and women’s #rugbyPremiership.
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#scottishrugby #scotlandrugby #edinburgh #glasgow #theoffsideline
August 22, 2025 at 11:09 AM
Today is your last chance to enter for a chance to win a place at Accelerate Rugby's Summer Camps!
Enter your details through the following link, before midnight. buff.ly/9RI30xN

Winners announced Monday, 7th July.

Alternatively, book directly through Accelerate Rugby - buff.ly/80Daz0i
July 6, 2025 at 8:03 AM
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Village Gym Edinburgh offers exclusive member benefits and fitness facilities, with expertly trained staff.

#edinburghgym
July 2, 2025 at 9:19 AM
Don't miss your chance at winning a place at Accelerate Rugby's Summer Camps!
Enter your details through the following link, before midnight on Sunday, 6th July. buff.ly/9RI30xN

Winners announced Monday, 7th July.

Alternatively, book directly through Accelerate Rugby - buff.ly/80Daz0i
July 1, 2025 at 11:39 AM
Experience high class rugby coaching with Accelerate Rugby, Scotland, at one of three rugby camps central locations, over the summer months.

For more details and to enter, submit your Tally entry and, if you're our winner, we'll be in touch on Monday, 7th July. buff.ly/BZX8TbE or book directly.
June 24, 2025 at 1:08 PM
Win an Offside Line Hoodie & a £40 Amazon Voucher!

Complete the 2-minute 'The Offside Line Audience Survey' questionnaire and all respondents will be entered into our prize draw with a chance to win an exclusive TOL hoodie AND a £40 Amazon gift card. buff.ly/4GTvpyX

#scotlandrugby
June 14, 2025 at 4:24 PM
Win an Offside Line Hoodie & a £40 Amazon Voucher!

Complete the 2-minute 'The Offside Line Audience Survey' questionnaire and all respondents will be entered into our prize draw with a chance to win an exclusive TOL hoodie AND a £40 Amazon gift card. buff.ly/vsRY1eC

#scotlandrugby
June 9, 2025 at 5:05 PM
This week's episode of The Offside line Podcast is now live!
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🏉 The Highlights:
#URC quarter-finals,
#glasgowwarriors Glasgow’s semi-final visit to Leinster
Review #edinburghrugby’s season.
#SevensRugby programme
the newly proposed #R360 breakaway tournament
June 4, 2025 at 1:19 PM
This week's podcast is now available!

Barney and Burnsy delve into the Melrose 7s, this week’s URC quarter-finals for Glasgow Warriors and Edinburgh Rugby on Saturday, and more!

Catch it here or on your preferred podcast platform! shows.acast.com/the-offside-...
May 28, 2025 at 6:07 PM
Your LAST CHANCE to win a Breakfast or Brunch for 10 PEOPLE at @TheNoblePublicHouse, Glasgow! 🥂

➡️ Enter here: buff.ly/Pf9eOsb
⏳ Closes: Midnight, Sunday 25th May !!!

This competition is brought to you by @TheOffsideLine in partnership with The Superlative Collection.
May 25, 2025 at 8:30 AM
Don't miss your chance to WIN a Breakfast or Brunch for 10 at @TheNoblepublichouse in Central Glasgow.

Answer a simple question at the link below. Tag your friends in the comments!

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⏳ Closes: Sunday 25th May
May 21, 2025 at 4:43 PM
The Offside Line Podcast is now live!
@melrose7s and @BreadalbaneFinance are guests on this edition!
Barney and Burnsy break down the final round of the United Rugby Championship, preview Glasgow’s home quarter-final against the Stormers and Edinburgh’s trip to the Bulls.
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May 21, 2025 at 9:06 AM
WIN a Breakfast or Brunch for 10 at @The Noble, Glasgow! 🥂

Perfect for a match day meet-up, a team catch-up, or a laidback breakfast with friends.

To enter, just answer our simple question at the link below—and don’t forget to tag the brunch crew in the comments!

➡️ Enter here: buff.ly/Pf9eOsb
May 17, 2025 at 12:45 PM
Our friends at The Drake, in Glasgow's West End are offering 20% off all food for ALL The Offside Line users.

All you have to do is:
- book here: buff.ly/jzUpTvZ
- quote "The Offside Line" in the booking comments
- and say if you're there to watch the rugby!

#thedrake #glasgow #glasgowrugby
May 15, 2025 at 9:30 AM
If you're a cricket fan, why not take a look at our Scottish cricket focused coverage?

We're here to cover the domestic, regional and national teams — just as we do with Rugby!

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#theoffsideline #scottishcricket #edinburghcricket #glasgowcricket #theinsideedge
May 14, 2025 at 12:04 PM
Fresh from Burnsy attending the Lions squad announcement and speaking to one of the coaches, we delve into Andy Farrell’s selection and review the Glasgow and Edinburgh’s contrasting URC performances at the weekend.

With a brief appearance of Maisie the Dog, near the start ;-)

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May 13, 2025 at 4:13 PM
Never miss a kick! Regular Scottish rugby insights and updates, to your inbox, from David Barnes of The Offside Line.

David has is full-time editing director of The Offside Line and co-host to the The Offside Line Podcast, with Peter Burns.

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May 11, 2025 at 11:28 AM
We are so pleased to offer to ALL The Offside Line users, 20% offer off food from our friends at The Drake, in Glasgow's West End.

Simply follow this link to book — quote "The Offside Line" in the booking comments and let them know if you're there to watch the rugby! buff.ly/tJrOimv

Easy!
May 10, 2025 at 10:22 AM
Take advantage of a fantastic 20% OFF FOOD at The Drake, in Glasgow's West End!

Simply follow the link below, to book — quote "The Offside Line" in the booking comments and let them know if you're there to watch the rugby (or just to enjoy the burgers😉)!

Book today! buff.ly/tJrOimv

#glasgow
May 7, 2025 at 3:30 PM