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Hyrox Cardiff 2027 announced for Principality Stadium over 10 days
The fitness craze has continued to grow in popularity on social media since it was first hosted in…
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Hyrox Cardiff 2027 announced for Principality Stadium over 10 days
The fitness craze has continued to grow in popularity on social media since it was first hosted in…
#NewsBeep #News #US #USA #UnitedStates #UnitedStatesOfAmerica #Fitness #Cardiff #Health #PrincipalityStadium
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Hyrox Cardiff 2027 announced for Principality Stadium over 10 days
The fitness craze has continued to grow in popularity on social media since it was first hosted in…
#NewsBeep #News #Fitness #AU #Australia #CARDIFF #Health #PrincipalityStadium
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Hyrox Cardiff 2027 announced for Principality Stadium over 10 days
The fitness craze has continued to grow in popularity on social media since it was first hosted in…
#NewsBeep #News #Fitness #AU #Australia #CARDIFF #Health #PrincipalityStadium
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Principality Stadium bosses would be ‘delighted to host’ Anthony Joshua-Tyson Fury
Principality Stadium officials have volunteered to host the Anthony Joshua-Tyson Fury contest should their counterparts at Wembley Stadium…
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The man behind huge Cardiff gigs teases shows bigger than Metallica and reveals behind the scenes secrets
“You’re only as good as your last event.” It’s not a bad ethos to work off and considering…
#NewsBeep #News #Music #Cardiff #Entertainment #Premium #PrincipalityStadium #UK #UnitedKingdom
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https://www.europesays.com/ee/217145/ POLNUDKI PETUKIRI ⟩ Metallica vapustas toidupanka tohutu annetusega #AllWithinMyHands #cardiff #CardiffiToidupank #EE #Eesti #EestiKeel #Entertainment #Estonia #Estonian #meelelahutus #Metallica #PrincipalityStadium #TaylorSwift #toidupank #veredoonorlus
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Take That’s The Circus rolls back into Cardiff and left me wanting more
Not more because it was lacking, more because it was a spectacle you didn’t want to end Gary…
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https://www.europesays.com/uk/1032570/ Take That’s The Circus rolls back into Cardiff and left me wanting more #Cardiff #Entertainment #PrincipalityStadium #TakeThat #UK #UnitedKingdom
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https://www.europesays.com/uk/1030725/ Take That in Cardiff as huge queues of traffic build on M4 – live updates #Cardiff #Entertainment #PrincipalityStadium #TakeThat #TrafficAndTravel #UK #UnitedKingdom
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https://www.europesays.com/uk/1029263/ Take That fans set up camp outside Cardiff Principality Stadium 30 hours before gig #Britain #Cardiff #GreatBritain #PrincipalityStadium #TakeThat #UK #UnitedKingdom #Wales
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https://www.europesays.com/uk/1028196/ Take That in Cardiff 2026 travel advice, stage times, support acts and more #Cardiff #Entertainment #PrincipalityStadium #TakeThat #UK #UnitedKingdom
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Take That in Cardiff 2026 travel advice, stage times, support acts and more
As well as road closures and set lists, here’s the ultimate Take That fan guide for their 2026…
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BBC News: #PrincipalityStadium goes green with 3,000 #solar panels on its roof. #Cymru
BBC News - Principality Stadium goes green with 3,000 solar panels on its roof
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BBC News: #PrincipalityStadium goes green with 3,000 #solar panels on its roof. #Cymru
BBC News - Principality Stadium goes green with 3,000 solar panels on its roof
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BBC News: #PrincipalityStadium goes green with 3,000 #solar panels on its roof. #Cymru
BBC News - Principality Stadium goes green with 3,000 solar panels on its roof
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BBC News: #PrincipalityStadium goes green with 3,000 #solar panels on its roof. #Cymru
BBC News - Principality Stadium goes green with 3,000 solar panels on its roof
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BBC News: #PrincipalityStadium goes green with 3,000 #solar panels on its roof. #Cymru
BBC News - Principality Stadium goes green with 3,000 solar panels on its roof
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CARDIFF: Metallica team up with Welsh Blood Service for first-ever UK collaboration — with special donation sessions running before and after rock giants’ Principality Stadium gig
It’s the kind of partnership you probably weren’t expecting — but Metallica are teaming up with the Welsh Blood Service ahead of their first Cardiff show in 30 years, in what is being billed as the first-ever collaboration between UK blood services and a global rock band.
The Welsh Blood Service, along with other UK blood services, has announced the deal with the band and their charity All Within My Hands ahead of the European leg of their record-breaking M72 World Tour — which arrives at Cardiff’s Principality Stadium on Sunday 28 June.
Special blood donation sessions will run for a full week either side of the concert, giving fans and the wider public additional opportunities to come forward and help patients across Wales.
It is Metallica’s first show at the Principality Stadium and their first performance in Cardiff since 1996. The Cardiff date is one of just two single-night UK stadium shows on the 2026 tour — alongside Glasgow’s Hampden Park on 25 June. The band will also play two-night runs in Dublin and London.
The Welsh Blood Service collects around 100,000 blood donations every year to supply every hospital in Wales — and says the constant need for blood is at the heart of the campaign.
The service holds around seven days of blood stock across the UK at any one time, meaning it must continually inspire existing donors to return and persuade new donors to come forward.
The campaign focuses on raising awareness of the vital role donors play in supporting trauma victims, people undergoing cancer treatment, new mothers, and those living with long-term conditions such as sickle cell disease.
Alan Prosser, Director of the Welsh Blood Service, said: “This is a truly unique moment for blood donation in Wales and across the UK. Partnering with a band of Metallica’s reach allows us to connect with new audiences and shine a spotlight on the ongoing need for blood.”
He added: “In a sense, we all have a little bit of ‘metal’ in our blood — but more importantly, we all have the ability to help save lives by choosing to donate. Donation is always voluntary and unpaid here in the UK, but every person who chooses to give makes a real difference to patients and families in need. We’re proud to be part of a collaboration that brings people together to save lives.”
The partnership is the latest in a series of similar campaigns the band has run with blood services around the world. Metallica has already worked alongside blood services in the United States and Australia to raise awareness of donation, and is bringing that approach to the UK for the first time.
A Metallica spokesperson said: “Wherever we go on tour, we want to give something meaningful back to the communities that welcome us. We’ve seen in the United States and Australia how working with blood services can help raise awareness of blood donation and support patients, and we’re excited to bring that same approach to the UK.”
The spokesperson added: “Partnering with blood services is about encouraging people to look out for one another and supporting those who rely on donated blood every day. It is a simple act that can make a powerful difference.”
Metallica’s All Within My Hands charity — established in 2017 by band members and management — supports communities around the world by strengthening local services and responding to critical needs. The band covers all administrative costs so that every pound donated goes directly to good causes. A portion of proceeds from every ticket sold on the tour goes to local charities through the foundation.
The Welsh Blood Service has been the focus of a series of high-profile awareness campaigns in recent years. Welsh comedian Rhod Gilbert urged 17–30 year olds to register as stem cell donors following his own cancer treatment, and families across south-west Wales have shared their own stories — from a Bridgend father whose son’s life was saved by donor blood, to an Ammanford family’s “Christmas miracle” after their daughter survived cancer twice.
The Welsh Blood Service welcomes donors of all blood types. Anyone aged between 17 and 66 who weighs over 50kg (7st 12lb) can become a donor, though there are height and weight restrictions for women under 20. All donation clinics are by appointment only and a single donation can help save up to three lives.
To find out more or to book a blood donation appointment, fans and donors can visit wbs.wales/metallica or call 0800 252266.
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Rhod Gilbert urges 17–30 year olds to help patients with blood cancer
The Welsh comedian calls on young people to register as stem cell donors after his own cancer journey.“She’s our Christmas miracle”: Ammanford family urges blood donors this winter
The family of a teenage girl who survived cancer twice urges people across Wales to donate blood, platelets and stem cells.How blood saved son’s life — and inspired Bridgend dad to give back
A Bridgend father shares how blood donation saved his son’s life and inspired him to become a regular donor.Swansea father saves son battling rare blood disorder
#AllWithinMyHands #BloodDonation #M72WorldTour #Metallica #PrincipalityStadium #WelshBloodService
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https://www.europesays.com/uk/931064/ Wales announce new £128 ticket price as autumn seat becomes most expensive ever #PrincipalityStadium #Rugby #Sports #UK #UnitedKingdom #WalesRugbyTeam
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https://www.europesays.com/uk/915747/ Wales’ Nations Championship tickets go on sale as WRU make offer to supporters #PrincipalityStadium #Rugby #Sports #UK #UnitedKingdom #WalesRugbyTeam #WelshRugbyUnion
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Wales’ Nations Championship tickets go on sale as WRU make offer to supporters
Steve Tandy’s side will face Japan, New Zealand and Australia at the Principality Stadium in November Wales will…
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https://www.europesays.com/uk/902586/ Shane Williams coaches son’s team to stunning Welsh Cup win at Principality #Ammanford #Britain #GreatBritain #PrincipalityStadium #ShaneWilliams #UK #UnitedKingdom #Wales
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https://www.europesays.com/uk/902169/ Nigel Owens: My best grassroots rugby memories and the moments I’ll never forget #Britain #GreatBritain #NigelOwens #Premium #PrincipalityStadium #UK #UnitedKingdom #Wales
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LATEST WRU TWIST: EGM cannot be cancelled — but clubs have until Friday to stop the vote happening
The Welsh Rugby Union has confirmed that its extraordinary general meeting cannot be cancelled — even after the district that called it asked for it to be scrapped — because company law makes it legally impossible to call off once formally convened.
The WRU issued the statement on Thursday, hours after Central Glamorgan Rugby Union wrote to member clubs saying it intended to withdraw all three of its motions and wanted the April 13 meeting called off. The WRU said it welcomed CGRU’s constructive approach — but made clear it has no legal power to comply with the request.
The WRU said: “Once an EGM has been formally called under company law and our articles of association, it cannot be cancelled. This is not a choice the WRU is making — it is a legal requirement that governs how our democratic processes work and protects the rights of all 282 member clubs, including those who did not sign the original requisitions.”
The meeting will therefore go ahead at 6pm on Monday 13th April at Principality Stadium and online.
However, the WRU has set out a process by which the three motions — the votes of no confidence in outgoing chair Richard Collier-Keywood and former Professional Rugby Board chair Malcolm Wall, and a motion on governance changes — could still be withdrawn before the meeting takes place.
The WRU is writing to all 282 member clubs asking whether any club objects to the three motions being formally withdrawn. Clubs have until 11am on Friday 10th April to register any objection. If no objections are received, the motions will be withdrawn and will not be voted on at the meeting. If there are objections, the EGM will open with a vote on whether the resolutions should proceed.
Either way, the meeting itself will go ahead as an open members’ meeting. It will include a WRU board presentation on key issues in Welsh rugby and a formal opportunity for clubs to put questions directly to board members and leadership — something the clubs behind the revolt have been demanding throughout the crisis. If the meeting is not quorate it will be automatically postponed by one week and reconvened online.
Clubs must register to attend in advance, including by proxy, by 11am on Friday 10th April. Media are welcome to attend but the open discussion within the meeting will not be reported on the record in real time, in line with the practice established for previous member meetings. Journalists will have the opportunity to conduct Q&A sessions with WRU leadership after the formal proceedings.
The WRU thanked CGRU and the 50 clubs whose signatures called the EGM. “The conversations we have had with clubs and districts across Wales in recent weeks have been exactly the kind of meaningful dialogue that Welsh rugby needs, and we are grateful for them,” it said.
The development means the EGM that threatened to bring Welsh rugby’s leadership crashing down will now take place in some form regardless — though whether it results in a vote depends entirely on whether any of Wales’s 282 clubs object to the motions being withdrawn by Friday morning. For the clubs who signed the original requisition, the next few days will determine whether their revolt ends with a handshake or a vote.
The WRU crisis — Swansea Bay News coverage
WRU EGM: Welsh rugby clubs call for extraordinary meeting to be scrapped — after getting what they came for
The CGRU letter that triggered this latest twist — and why the clubs said the meeting was no longer needed.Collier-Keywood quits: Rugby Union chair says he’ll leave in July
The departure that prompted CGRU to say the EGM was no longer needed.Seismic showdown: WRU confirms date for ‘fight for survival’ EGM
How the EGM came to be called — and what was originally at stake.Ospreys lifeline as council seals historic St Helen’s deal
#CentralGlamorganRugbyUnion #CGRU #EGM #Ospreys #PrincipalityStadium #RichardCollierKeywood #WRU #WRUBoard
The wider battle for the future of professional rugby in Swansea that sits behind the governance crisis. -
https://www.europesays.com/uk/859573/ Tonight’s rugby news as commentator assaulted at game and investigation launched #Britain #FranceRugbyTeam #GreatBritain #Harlequins #PrincipalityStadium #Saracens #Today'sUpdates #UK #UnitedKingdom #Wales
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Travel Guide: Big Day Out at Principality Stadium – Saturday, March 28th
Here’s everything you need to know about getting to Principality Stadium in Cardiff for Bears’ blockbuster Big Day…
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https://www.europesays.com/uk/845977/ Travel Guide: Big Day Out at Principality Stadium – Saturday, March 28th #BigDayOut #Bristol #BristolBears #Britain #England #GreatBritain #PrincipalityStadium #UK #UnitedKingdom
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https://www.europesays.com/uk/845411/ When and where is the 2026 FA Community Shield being played? #2026 #Cardiff #EmiratesFaCup #Headlines #News #PremierLeagueWinners #PrincipalityStadium #TheFACommunityShield #TopStories
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What’s On: Harlequins – Big Day Out at Principality Stadium!
Big Day Out returns to Principality Stadium as Bear Country takes over Cardiff for an epic double-header on…
#Bristol #UnitedKingdom #UK #GB #England #Headlines #News #Europe #EU #BigdayOut #BristolBears #BristolBearsWomen #Britain #GreatBritain #PrincipalityStadium
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https://www.europesays.com/uk/835425/ What’s On: Harlequins – Big Day Out at Principality Stadium! #BigDayOut #Bristol #BristolBears #BristolBearsWomen #Britain #England #GreatBritain #PrincipalityStadium #UK #UnitedKingdom
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Wales Dominates Scotland in Six Nations Clash Amidst Tactical Shifts
Wales leads Scotland 17-5 at halftime in the Six Nations rugby match on Feb 21, 2026, at Principality Stadium. See why Wales is winning.
#WalesRugby, #ScotlandRugby, #SixNations2026, #PrincipalityStadium, #RugbyMatch
https://newsletter.tf/wales-beats-scotland-six-nations-rugby-2026/
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Wales Dominates Scotland in Six Nations Clash Amidst Tactical Shifts
Wales leads Scotland 17-5 at halftime in the Six Nations rugby match on Feb 21, 2026, at Principality Stadium. See why Wales is winning.
#WalesRugby, #ScotlandRugby, #SixNations2026, #PrincipalityStadium, #RugbyMatch
https://newsletter.tf/wales-beats-scotland-six-nations-rugby-2026/
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Wales is leading Scotland 17-5 at halftime, a big change from Scotland's usual strong start. This score shows Wales' physical power.
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Wales is leading Scotland 17-5 at halftime, a big change from Scotland's usual strong start. This score shows Wales' physical power.
#WalesRugby, #ScotlandRugby, #SixNations2026, #PrincipalityStadium, #RugbyMatch
https://newsletter.tf/wales-beats-scotland-six-nations-rugby-2026/
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Wales v Scotland match ended in devastation as Principality Stadium witnessed chaos
There was pandemonium in the stands as the drama unfolded in Cardiff Thom Evans of Scotland was taken…
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https://www.europesays.com/uk/778490/ Wales v Scotland match ended in devastation as Principality Stadium witnessed chaos #PrincipalityStadium #Rugby #ScotlandRugbyUnionTeam #SixNations #Sports #UK #UnitedKingdom #WalesRugbyTeam
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https://www.europesays.com/uk/775747/ ‘Crazy’ Wales v France decision questioned after major Six Nations rule change #Britain #GreatBritain #PrincipalityStadium #ScotlandRugbyUnionTeam #SixNations #UK #UnitedKingdom #Wales #WalesRugbyTeam
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Bridgend woman admits selling fake Taylor Swift tickets
Amy Rees, 38, from Nantymoel, appeared before Cardiff Magistrates’ Court where she pleaded guilty to 12 counts of fraud. The offences, which targeted buyers across the UK, took place between September 2023 and June 2024 and totalled more than £2,800. One victim lost £623.
Rees spoke only to confirm her details before entering guilty pleas to each charge.
Her solicitor told the court she had previously been of “clean character”. Magistrates ordered a pre‑sentence report and granted her unconditional bail. Sentencing is provisionally listed for 10 March at Cardiff Magistrates’ Court.
Swift’s Cardiff show at the Principality Stadium in June 2024 was one of the most in‑demand dates of the global Eras Tour, with tickets selling out instantly and some resale prices reaching thousands of pounds.
Tickets for a night Wales will never forget
The case comes months after Taylor Swift’s record‑breaking Cardiff date in June 2024 — a night that sold out instantly and left thousands scrambling for tickets, with some resale prices reaching eye‑watering levels.
For the 67,000 fans who made it inside the Principality Stadium, the show became an instant piece of Welsh pop‑culture history.
Swift opened by greeting the crowd in Welsh — “Croeso i daith Eras” — sparking a roar that shook the stadium. She sprinkled Cymraeg throughout the night, closing her three‑hour set with “diolch o galon”, a moment that sent social media into meltdown.
Taylor Swift performing to a packed Principality Stadium during her 2024 Eras Tour date in Cardiff.
(Image: Life with James / YouTube)A show full of Welsh nods
Fans also spotted what they believed was a tribute to the Welsh flag when Swift appeared in a glittering red‑and‑green two‑piece during her 1989 section. Even Urdd Gobaith Cymru joined in the fun online, jokingly comparing her outfit to their mascot, Mistar Urdd.
She also treated the crowd to a run of surprise songs, including a mash‑up featuring a track she had never performed live before — a moment that left fans screaming.
A night of emotion — and even a proposal
The Cardiff show also delivered the kind of heart‑warming scenes Swifties have come to expect.
Seven‑year‑old Evie from Swindon was chosen to receive Swift’s signed “22” hat, bursting into tears as the star placed it on her head to a stadium‑wide cheer.
And during Love Story, Cardiff apprentice electrician Paul Ward dropped to one knee and proposed to his partner Hollie Randall — a moment he described as “electric” as thousands of fans around them screamed in celebration.
Taylor Swift performing under bright stage lights during her 2024 Eras Tour show at Cardiff’s Principality Stadium. (Image: Life with James / YouTube)Fraud case highlights the risks fans faced
With demand at fever pitch, police and consumer groups repeatedly warned fans to be cautious when buying tickets. Rees’s guilty pleas now confirm that at least a dozen people were caught out by fake offers during the scramble to see one of the world’s biggest artists.
She will return to Cardiff Magistrates’ Court for sentencing next month.
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‘This is on you WRU’: Swansea Council leader hits out as thousands of seats lie empty for Wales defeat
Rob Stewart posted a text graphic reading “This is on you WRU” on Sunday, accusing the Union of driving fans away and leaving the national game “rudderless” as Wales fell to a heavy defeat against a ruthless French side.
A photo taken by Swansea Bay News sports reporter, Richard Bond showed the reality inside the stadium: long stretches of empty red seats, despite the fixture traditionally being one of the hottest tickets of the championship.
“Fans are voting with their feet”
In a strongly worded statement, Stewart said the attendance — just over 57,000 in a 74,500‑seat stadium — was a clear warning to the WRU.
Cllr Rob Stewart, Leader of Swansea Council, said fans were sending a message the Union could no longer ignore:
“Fans are voting with their feet and staying away. Their message to the WRU is clear — we will stay away until you go away.”
He said he felt for the players, describing them as working inside a “broken system run by a Union that is rudderless, tone deaf, and totally out of touch with the fans and the clubs”.
Stewart added that the WRU had brought “chaos, uncertainty and despair” to Welsh rugby and said he would now look at “stepping up actions” to oppose the Union’s regional restructuring plans.
https://www.facebook.com/permalink.php?story_fbid=pfbid037t1G89AJRz4FNR1ZCNGvef6qtqmraeAiv1KpWb7bmsqr9RgtuWbmpVCaxAXjKx1bl&id=100070379936760A bruising afternoon on the pitch
On the field, Wales were overwhelmed by a mesmeric French performance. As reported by Swansea Bay News’ Richard Bond, France controlled the game from the opening minutes, cutting through Wales with pace, power and precision.
Wales showed flashes of resistance but were outclassed across the park, leaving supporters facing another painful result in a difficult campaign.
The subdued atmosphere inside the stadium reflected the mood — passionate pockets of support, but a crowd far smaller than the fixture usually commands.
Pressure intensifies on the WRU
The WRU has faced months of criticism over governance, regional funding and its long‑term plan for the professional game. Stewart’s intervention adds political weight to the backlash, with the Swansea leader saying he intends to “stand up for the fans, stand up for the regions, and stand up for the future of rugby in Wales”.
The WRU has not yet responded to his comments.
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Principality Stadium witnesses incredible Six Nations moment as Wales anthem changed
Hen Wlad Fy Nhadau left fans with goosebumps before play even began 15:21, 15 Feb 2026Updated 15:23, 15…
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https://www.europesays.com/uk/766601/ Principality Stadium witnesses incredible Six Nations moment as Wales anthem changed #Cardiff #PrincipalityStadium #Rugby #Sports #UK #UnitedKingdom #WalesRugbyTeam
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Thousands of French fans fly in for Wales clash — but Welsh supporters stay away amid WRU turmoil
Cardiff Airport says more than 13,900 French supporters are flying into Wales between Friday and Sunday for the Six Nations match, with 62 extra flights scheduled to handle the surge. The first wave of charter flights touched down on Friday morning, filling the terminal with travelling fans in blue shirts and tricolores.
Airport and rail operators prepare for one of Cardiff’s busiest weekends
Airport teams are working extended shifts across the terminal and airfield, supported by new security scanners that allow liquids and electronics to stay in hand luggage. Jon Bridge, Cardiff Airport’s CEO, said staff were ready for a “busy weekend”, adding that major events like the rugby airlifts involve extensive planning with partners behind the scenes.
Rail operators are also bracing for heavy demand. Great Western Railway is running 54 trains and more than 27,500 seats for the match, with all pre‑match services reservation‑only. Rachel Geliamassi, GWR’s Customer Services Director, said trains would be “extremely busy” before and after the game, with queueing systems in place at Cardiff Central. Transport for Wales is also running additional services.
French rugby fans arriving at Cardiff Airport ahead of Wales’ Six Nations clash with France, as the city prepares for one of its busiest weekends of the year.
(Image: Cardiff Airport)But Welsh fans are staying away — with more than 15,000 tickets unsold
Despite the huge influx of French supporters, Wales is facing an uncomfortable reality: thousands of home fans are choosing not to go.
More than 15,300 tickets for Sunday’s match remained unsold on Friday morning, with clubs across Wales struggling to shift their allocations — according to figures published by BBC Wales. A further 6,700 tickets are still available for Scotland next week, and 27,000 for Italy in March.
Some clubs have been trying to offload tickets on social media, with one chairman saying the cost of attending a match is now comparable to a short family trip abroad.
Wales players huddle on the pitch ahead of the Six Nations clash with France, as pressure mounts on and off the field amid falling ticket sales and unrest across the Welsh game.
(Image: WRU)Cost, poor form and WRU infighting blamed for collapse in demand
Supporters point to rising ticket prices and Wales’ poor run of form. The team has not won a Six Nations match since 2023 and suffered a heavy 48–7 defeat to England in the opening round.
Others blame the ongoing turmoil off the pitch, with a bitter row over the future of the regional game and senior figures publicly clashing over the WRU’s direction.
Sports economist Prof Calvin Jones said the Principality Stadium is “mission critical” to the WRU’s finances, warning that a long‑term drop in demand would raise serious concerns about the financial stability of the game in Wales.
WRU says sales are improving — but acknowledges changing habits
The WRU says ticket‑buying habits have changed, with sales for the France match increasing sharply this week. Gavin Marshall, WRU chief operating officer, said the union was confident of a strong crowd on Sunday and praised the loyalty of Welsh supporters.
He said the stadium remains central to the WRU’s financial model but insisted the matchday experience would still be “incredible” despite the slower sales.
A packed Principality Stadium during a previous Wales home international, capturing the scale and atmosphere the WRU is struggling to replicate this Six Nations as thousands of seats remain unsold.
(Image: Visit Wales)A city filling up — even if the stadium doesn’t
With thousands of French fans arriving by air and tens of thousands more travelling by rail, Cardiff is set for a major influx regardless of the final attendance. The city centre is expected to be extremely busy from Saturday evening onwards, with long queues anticipated at Cardiff Central after the match.
For the WRU, the hope will be that a strong performance on the pitch — and a late surge in ticket sales — can steady the mood around Welsh rugby after a turbulent period on and off the field.
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https://www.europesays.com/uk/739273/ WRU announce new Principality Stadium naming rights deal #Britain #GreatBritain #PrincipalityBuildingSociety #PrincipalityStadium #UK #UnitedKingdom #Wales #WelshRugbyUnion
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Popular fitness craze Hyrox set for Principality Stadium return
Hyrox will return to the Welsh capital for a six-day showcase from April 29 to May 4 15:20,…
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Popular fitness craze Hyrox set for Principality Stadium return
Hyrox will return to the Welsh capital for a six-day showcase from April 29 to May 4 15:20,…
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[10:04] Dan Sheehan to captain Ireland in Six Nations clash against Wales as Easterby makes seven changes for Cardiff showdown
Dan Sheehan will captain Ireland for the first time in Saturday’s [2.15] Six Nations clash with Wales at Cardiff’s Principality Stadium, as interim head coach Simon Easterby makes seven changes to his starting team.
https://www.independent.ie/sport/rugby/dan-sheehan-to-captain-ireland-in-six-nations-clash-against-wales-as-easterby-makes-seven-changes-for-cardiff-showdown/a701108948.html
#DanSheehan #Ireland #first #Saturday #2.15 #Wales #Cardiff’s #PrincipalityStadium #SimonEasterby #seven -
[10:04] Dan Sheehan to captain Ireland in Six Nations clash against Wales as Easterby makes seven changes for Cardiff showdown
Dan Sheehan will captain Ireland for the first time in Saturday’s [2.15] Six Nations clash with Wales at Cardiff’s Principality Stadium, as interim head coach Simon Easterby makes seven changes to his starting team.
https://www.independent.ie/sport/rugby/dan-sheehan-to-captain-ireland-in-six-nations-clash-against-wales-as-easterby-makes-seven-changes-for-cardiff-showdown/a701108948.html
#DanSheehan #Ireland #first #Saturday #2.15 #Wales #Cardiff’s #PrincipalityStadium #SimonEasterby #seven -
[10:04] Dan Sheehan to captain Ireland in Six Nations clash against Wales as Easterby makes seven changes for Cardiff showdown
Dan Sheehan will captain Ireland for the first time in Saturday’s [2.15] Six Nations clash with Wales at Cardiff’s Principality Stadium, as interim head coach Simon Easterby makes seven changes to his starting team.
https://www.independent.ie/sport/rugby/dan-sheehan-to-captain-ireland-in-six-nations-clash-against-wales-as-easterby-makes-seven-changes-for-cardiff-showdown/a701108948.html
#DanSheehan #Ireland #first #Saturday #2.15 #Wales #Cardiff’s #PrincipalityStadium #SimonEasterby #seven -
I accidentally was at the #RoyalAstronomicalSociety #AwardDinner at #Cardiff #PrincipalityStadium during #NAM2023 and #BlackInAstro made a splashing appearance receiving the Annie Maunder Medal for outreach in astronomy. Too bad they aren’t in the Fediverse yet … #Astrodon #Astronomy #Awards
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I accidentally was at the #RoyalAstronomicalSociety #AwardDinner at #Cardiff #PrincipalityStadium during #NAM2023 and #BlackInAstro made a splashing appearance receiving the Annie Maunder Medal for outreach in astronomy. Too bad they aren’t in the Fediverse yet … #Astrodon #Astronomy #Awards
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I accidentally was at the #RoyalAstronomicalSociety #AwardDinner at #Cardiff #PrincipalityStadium during #NAM2023 and #BlackInAstro made a splashing appearance receiving the Annie Maunder Medal for outreach in astronomy. Too bad they aren’t in the Fediverse yet … #Astrodon #Astronomy #Awards
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I accidentally was at the #RoyalAstronomicalSociety #AwardDinner at #Cardiff #PrincipalityStadium during #NAM2023 and #BlackInAstro made a splashing appearance receiving the Annie Maunder Medal for outreach in astronomy. Too bad they aren’t in the Fediverse yet … #Astrodon #Astronomy #Awards
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A bit late posting this and shame about the result but it was wonderful to be in #Cardiff at #principalitystadium on Saturday for #WALENG #sixnations
