Rugby union in Denmark

Rugby union is a minor, but growing, sport in Denmark.

The Danish Rugby Union dates back to 1950, and joined the IRB in 1988.

[1] Until 1980, they had never beaten Sweden, but since then, the silverware has been shared fairly equal, and in 1995 beat the touring side of Welsh Districts.

For example, in 1973, when Comet met Lyndo in a match in Copenhagen, the scoreline was 194-0.

[4] The Danes have a fairly robust amateur struction, which comprises over thirty clubs, and 3,000 registered players.