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After receiving a yellow card, the Italian international cheekily pointed to the three stars on his Saracens shirt, representing the club’s three Champions Cup victories.
However, Northampton fans — who had plenty to celebrate after a 43–31 victory inspired by Tommy Freeman’s four-try masterclass — were quick to remind him of the controversies behind those stars.
“All won with the help of financial cheating before he was even at the club!” wrote one fan.
“Were there not some slight issues with financial regulations at the time those three were sewn on?” another joked.
“Add one more and he’s counted Tommy’s tries,” added another.
Other supporters were less subtle:
“An asterisk for every salary cap breach,” quipped one, while another wrote, “More stars and stains than points they went home with today.”
While Riccioni may have been aiming for a bit of light-hearted banter, it’s fair to say Saints fans had the final word — both on social media and on the scoreboard.
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TRANSFER ROUND-UP:
The rugby world is buzzing with activity as clubs and internationals prepare for a thrilling Autumn Nations Series.
From marquee signings and contract renewals to potential blockbuster moves, the shake-up in both the Premiership and Top 14 is already creating plenty of headlines.
With coaching announcements, high-profile players on the move, and star names confirming new deals, fans are in for a season full of intrigue both on and off the field.
England and Lions prop Mako Vunipola has revealed he hopes to be part of Tonga’s coaching set-up at the 2027 Rugby World Cup in Australia — with younger brother Billy potentially joining the squad as a player. FULL STORY
England have today confirmed that Byron McGuigan will join Steve Borthwick’s coaching team for the upcoming Autumn Nations Series. FULL STORY
Saracens have confirmed that Red Roses star Jess Breach has signed a new contract with the club, extending her stay in North London after a remarkable year on both the domestic and international stage. FULL STORY
Bristol’s Argentina international Benjamin Elizalde is of interest to French side Clermont Auvergne while his CV is also circulating among other PREM clubs, according to Mail Online.
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