Steve Tandy Makes Feelings Clear on Louis Rees-Zammit's Return to Rugby

Tandy admits shock, joy at Rees-Zammit return

New Wales boss Steve Tandy screamed in shock and told his daughter to pass him her phone after she read Louis Rees-Zammit was returning to rugby union.

Steve Tandy admits to shock over Louis Rees-Zammit’s return to rugby union

The 24-year-old wing spent 18 months pursuing his dream to play in the NFL.

Steve Tandy makes feelings clear on Louis Rees-Zammit's return to rugby

Louis Rees-Zammit is available for Wales selection this autumn

Wales winger Louis Rees-Zammit approached to play for England

Wales head coach Steve Tandy admits he was blindsided by Louis Rees-Zammit’s shock return to rugby – and isn’t ruling out throwing him straight back into Test action this autumn. The 24-year-old flyer is currently on the hunt for a new club after calling time on his NFL dream in the United States. With 32 caps already under his belt, Rees-Zammit is eligible for Wales no matter where he signs next, thanks to the WRU’s selection policy. Tandy, who…

Steve Tandy shock over Louis Rees-Zammit’s return to rugby union

Wales’ Louis Rees-Zammit (right) is tackled by Argentina’s Guido Petti (centre) David Davies/PA Wire. New Wales boss Steve Tandy screamed in shock and told his daughter to pass him her phone after she read Louis Rees-Zammit was returning to rugby union. Rees-Zammit has spent the last 18 months in the NFL after announcing in January 2024 that he would retire from rugby in order to pursue his American Football dream. The 32-times capped Wales wing…