1982–83 FIRA Trophy

The 1982–83 FIRA Trophy was the 23rd edition of a European rugby union championship for national teams.

The tournament was won by Romania, with a Grand Slam. Romania managed to defeat France at home (13-6). The French would finish in a disappointing 4th place, behind Italy and the Soviet Union. Italy reached a brilliant 2nd place, with a draw with France (6-6) at home, and a single loss to Romania (13-6) abroad. West Germany finished in 6th place, with five losses, and were relegated. Poland won the Second division and were promoted for the following season.

First division
The first division returned to the six teams format.

Germany relegated to second division
 * Table


 * Results

Second division

 * Table
 * Poland promoted to division 1
 * Results

Third division
Czechoslovakia promoted to division 2
 * Table


 * Results