I don't know what's sadder. The fact that EA was making better games than they do now +15 years ago or the fact that this last attempt by EA to make a rugby game is the best one we've had ever since.
Tons of contents, great controls, a great soundtrack...This game nearly has everything a rugby fan could ask for aside of EA not having the rights from some Tier 2/Tier 3 national teams, the H Cup and some club teams like the French League (Top 14).
My only complaints would be some bugs here & there and the script being pretty ruthless sometimes especially on harder difficulties.
Regardless, it's a great sport game like EA don't make anymore.
Also even today, this legendary intro is still hype as f*ck !