Episode 2: On Commence! | European Rugby Unpacked -Results, Competitions, Advice & Top 14 Quiz

This week on Talking About A Carpool, hosts Semisi Telefoni and Ofa Fainga’anuku take you on a four-part journey through the world of European rugby:

Segment 1: Latest Tables & Results
We kick things off with a rundown of the latest results and league tables from the weekend’s action across Europe’s top rugby competitions.

Segment 2: Explaining the Main Competitions
Get a clear breakdown of the major European rugby leagues—France’s Top 14 and Pro D2, England’s Premiership (Prem Rugby) and Championship (Champ Rugby), the United Rugby Championship (URC), and the prestigious Investec Champions Cup & EPCR Challenge Cup. We share personal stories and insights from our own playing days in these competitions.

Segment 3: Advice for Players & Parents
Thinking about chasing a rugby dream in Europe? We offer honest, practical advice for young players and their parents—covering everything from choosing the right club and agent, to building support networks and making big life decisions.

Segment 4: Top 14 Quiz
Test your knowledge with us as we go head-to-head in a fun quiz on the history of France’s Top 14 competition.

Whether you’re a player, parent, or passionate fan, this episode is packed with real talk, expert insights, and plenty of laughs. Welcome aboard Talking About A Carpool—the ride to your rugby future.

We’re former players who’ve lived the rugby dream from New Zealand and Australia to the stadiums of Europe. We know what it’s like to chase opportunities in the Top 14, Premiership, ProD2, and beyond, and we’ve seen first-hand the highs, the struggles, and the lessons that come with it.

We started Talking About a Carpool because young players often see only the highlight reel. No one sits them down and explains the pathway, the competitions, the contracts, and the challenges of life abroad. This podcast is our way of sharing those stories and experiences in a real, relaxed way so the next generation can be better prepared for their own journey.