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Rugby shirts for 6 Nations style

It's coming round to that time of year again when England, Scotland, Ireland, Wales, France and Italy compete in the 6 Nations rugby competition.

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One of the most popular sports competitions in the northern hemisphere, you'll find supporters wearing the rugby shirts of their countries in pubs, bars and rugby clubs across all of the participating countries and beyond.

So if you are a supporter, or you know someone who is, are they ready to pull on a rugby shirt in support of their country? Do they have one to wear? If not, now is the perfect time to pop out and buy a shirt for you, or for them – or both! Whether you want a shirts for men that's just proclaiming your support for a national team, or you want something that reflects the 6 Nations theme, with flags or emblems of all six countries, these shirts are easy to find and affordable to buy.

One of the best things about investing in a good quality rugby shirt is that it will last far longer than the competition does. In fact, these shirts often become one of the favourite items in the wardrobe. Because they are usually made from heavy, quality cotton and come with design features like taped side splits, twill collars and good quality button fastenings, they will last for years and always look great – becoming an old friend you know you can rely on.

And, of course, you can get all this for far less than you think. Whilst full-on replica kit might cost an arm and a leg, there are plenty of good quality, great-looking rugby shirts out there that are just as good for showing your support, and cost much less. These are particularly good if you're shopping on a budget as many rugby fans are this year. Instead of spending hundreds of pounds, find something for well under £40 that looks just as good and will last for years to come.

Before it's too late, pop out to the shops or get online and have a look for a genuine quality rugby shirt that you can wear with mens chinos during the 6 Nations competition. Whichever country you support, there are bound to be ups and downs during the few weeks between now and the last match, but with your shirt on, you can support your team all the way.

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