Jeffrey: This Scottish side the best ever

WHEN the Scotland squad arrived in Nice last week, they were greeted by John Jeffrey, a flanker who was part of their most successful World Cup campaign in 1991. They reached the semi-final that year and had home advantage against England only to lose to a late drop-goal by Rob Andrew. “This is without doubt the best ever Scotland team to take the field,” said Jeffrey, below, who is World Rugby’s vice-chairman. “I know because I’ve been there myself and failed, and I have spoken to former players. “What you have done over the last two yea...

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