Rugby union in Monaco
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| Rugby union in Monaco | |
|---|---|
| Country | Monaco |
| Governing body | FMR |
| National team(s) | Monaco |
| First played | 1996 |
| Registered players | 325 |
| Clubs | 2 |
Rugby union in Monaco is a minor, but growing sport. In October 2017, Monaco ranked 107th out of 110th national teams according to the World Rugby.[1]
The governing body of rugby union in Monaco is the Fédération Monégasque de Rugby (FMR).[2]
History
[edit ]Rugby union has a long history in Monaco. The country is not far from Menton, which is where William Webb Ellis, the supposed founder of the game is buried.
See also
[edit ]References
[edit ]External links
[edit ]- IRB page
- (in French) official union page
- (in French) A.S. Monaco Rugby
- FIRA-AER Monaco page
- (in French) Archives du Rugby: Monaco
