Meet the Uni of Manchester rugby team

We caught up with Manchester’s finest rugby players for a chat about tour, t-zones and steak night Tuesdays.

Although most rugby teams may be notorious for being the poster boys of lad culture, Manchester’s team were quick to tell us this is a thing of the past and they’ve grown from boys II men.

Certified Tab fans

Once known for their wild socials and raucous initiations, you’ll now find them enjoying an intellectual debate over a quiet korma, declaring their support for Ke$ha and junior doctors. The boys aren’t just focused on their own team, they really rate the women’s rugby team, saying they’re “big supporters of them.”

Blue steel boys

Although drinking before match days is a massive no-no, the boys still like to let themselves loose once in a while. They described their ingredients for a perfect night out as: “Pints at Spoons, protein at Nandos and shenanigans at 256.”

Their love affair with Wetherspoons doesn’t stop there, as any potential suitors can look forward to steak night on Tuesdays.

Taking it easy

The lads were proud to announce their new sponsorship by L’Oreal, because they’re worth it. The sponsorship not only provides much needed funding but also means fast-track applications to some great grad schemes as well. As the first team ever to be sponsored by them, it appears to be the perfect partnership. The boys may like to get dirty on the pitch but they never drop the ball when it comes to looking on point.

Hair on fleek

They were kind enough to share some of their beauty tips with us. Agreeing that “exfoliation is a must” and focusing on the T- Zone before bed is Steve’s top tip for a fresh face everyday.

Lads

Quick-fire questions

Factory or Fifth? “Fifth, but our fave place is 256”

House Party or Night out? “House parties cause we’re legends”

Ali G or Library? “Blue 3 to get in the zone but the computer cluster is where it’s at”

Bums or Boobs? “Personality is all that matters”

Lad’s night out or night in with bae? “Lad’s night out every time”

Kebab King or Chicken King? “Chicken king, for the gains”

Favorite Drink? “Beer… or port if we’re feeling a bit classy”

Best Hangover cure? “A healthy mixture of Powerade and diahoralyte”

Squad goals