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Deutsch1990–91 Rugby Union County Championship
| 1990–91 ADT County Championship | |
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| Countries |  England |
| Champions | Cornwall (2nd title) |
| Runners-up | Yorkshire |
The 1990–91 ADT Security Systems Rugby Union County Championship was the 91st edition of England's County Championship rugby union club competition.[1] [2]
Cornwall won their second title (but first since 1908) after defeating Yorkshire in the final.[3] [4] The significant Cornwall following resulted in a new record attendance of 56,000 at Twickenham Stadium. The final signified the greatest match in the history of the competition.[5] [6]
Final
[edit]| 20 April 1991 |
| Cornwall | 29–20 (a.e.t.) | Yorkshire |
| Try: Nancekivell (2), Bassett, Peters Con: Champion (2) Pen: Champion (3) | Try: Johnson, Scully, Harrison Con: Liley Pen: Liley (2) |
| Twickenham Attendance: 56,000 Referee: Roger Quittenton (London) |
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See also
[edit]References
[edit]- ^ "English County Championship". Rugby Football History.
- ^ "The County Finals". County Rugby.com.
- ^ ""Cornish legions are on the march to London." Times, 19 Apr. 1991, p. 40". Times Digital Archives.
- ^ "hands, David. "Cornish pride turns to glory." Times, 22 Apr. 1991, p". Times Digital Archives.
- ^ "Oh Yes Cornwall". Trelawny Army.
- ^ "Cornwal v Yorkshire" (PDF). County Rugby.com.