Pierre Brousset
Pierre Brousset is a French rugby union referee known for officiating matches at various levels of professional rugby, including the prestigious Six Nations Championship. His recent performance in the England versus Scotland match drew attention, particularly regarding his handling of the breakdown and scrum situations, which played a significant role in the outcome of the game. Brousset's decisions often spark discussions among players and fans alike, as refereeing in rugby union can greatly influence the flow and result of a match.
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Pierre Brousset officiated the match at Twickenham, stepping in after Andrea Piardi's early exit.
Ireland v England offered a lesson for World Rugby on tinkering with laws – The Irish Times
Ireland· 2026-02-23
Referee Pierre Brousset took a different view during the match.
Twickenham win ranks up there with the great days of Andy Farrell’s Ireland reign – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-02-22
Leinster troubled referee Pierre Brousset with just nine penalty offences.
Rugby’s law makers must speed the game up or it risks losing its appeal – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-12-15
Pierre Brousset was the referee for the match.
Below-par Leinster grind out win against Leicester in Champions Cup – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-12-13
Pierre Brousset was one of the assistant referees.
Wales 0-73 South Africa: Springboks humiliate hosts, who suffer record home defeat
United Kingdom· 2025-11-29
Pierre Brousset is an assistant referee.
Wallabies spring tour; how to watch, kick-off time, live updates, scores and results from Dublin
Australia· 2025-11-15
Pierre Brousset joined the ranks of eccentric Gallic whistlers.
All Blacks analysis: From one of dullest All Blacks performances to finally finding their rhythm – Paul Lewis
New Zealand· 2025-11-04
Pierre Brousset was the referee during the match where Tadhg Beirne received a red card.
Unwarranted Tadhg Beirne dismissal highlighted a problem in rugby officiating – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-11-03
Referee Pierre Brousset returned and agreed with Tempest’s view of what took place.
Tadhg Beirne a victim of the new laws as his day ends early at Soldier Field – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-11-02Frenchman Pierre Brousset will referee the All Blacks’ opening Grand Slam test against Ireland.
All Blacks v Ireland live updates: Grand Slam tour attempt begins in ChicagoNew Zealand· 2025-11-01
Pierre Brousset will referee the All Blacks’ opening Grand Slam test against Ireland.
All Blacks v Ireland Chicago test: Line-ups, kickoff times, how to watch – all you need to knowNew Zealand· 2025-10-27Pierre Brousset is noted for having a good game as the referee.
Rugby Championship: All Blacks victory in Argentina and Wallabies’ comeback win show competition will be strong – Phil GiffordNew Zealand· 2025-08-17
Pierre Brousset is in charge of the test.
All Blacks v Argentina Rugby Championship first test: Line-ups, kickoff times, how to watch – all you need to knowNew Zealand· 2025-08-12
French referee Pierre Brousset had an indifferent afternoon in the Brumbies game.
Lions tour has shown that TMO protocol is in serious need of review – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-07-14
Pierre Brousset is mentioned as the referee for the Brumbies match.
For the good of the Lions tour, referees need to stop ignoring the rules of rugby – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-07-07
Pierre Brousset managed to infuriate both sides with some of his decision-making.
Australia secure controversial late win over Fiji with disputed try – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-07-06
Pierre Brousset faced one of the trickiest decisions of his career during the match.
Owen Doyle: The laws of the game are clearIreland· 2025-05-05
Pierre Brousset did not award a try during a crucial moment in the match.
Mystery surrounds decision not to award late match-winning try – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-05-03
Pierre Brousset will officiate Leinster's game against Harlequins.
Alex Nankivell’s straight red for collision with Cian Prendergast was right call – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-03-31
Referee Pierre Brousset had done quite well, but then came his last-minute intervention following Duhan van der Merwe’s try.
Fortune favoured Ireland as calm refereeing prevailed in Cardiff – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-02-24
Pierre Brousset had played his part in ensuring a gripping contest.
Scotland’s Gregor Townsend questions England’s crucial penalty decision | Six Nations 2025United Kingdom· 2025-02-23
Frenchman Pierre Brousset's refereeing of the breakdown, where England won seven turnovers, and the scrum - where the hosts picked up three penalties - might also be part of the inquest.
Six Nations: England move into title mix with win over ScotlandUnited Kingdom· 2025-02-22