World Cup

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Scotland v Wales - Guinness Women's Six Nations - Hive Stadium
Francesca McGhie bags hat-trick as Scotland begin World Cup with win over Wales
McGhie stole the show with a brilliant hat-trick.

Sat, 23 Aug, 2025

Women's Rugby World Cup - Team Welcome Ceremony - Rates Hall Manchester
World Cup final tipped to smash attendance record for women’s rugby match
The existing record for a women’s 15s fixture is 58,498.

Tue, 19 Aug, 2025

BetMGM Premier League - Night Ten - AO Arena
It’s a team ethic – Gerwyn Price critical of England pair Littler and Humphries
Price and Welsh compatriot Jonny Clayton finished runners-up in Frankfurt after losing a last-leg shootout against Northern Irish duo Josh Rock and Daryl Gurney.

Mon, 16 Jun, 2025

Manchester United Stadium Update Handout Photo
New Manchester United stadium could stage games at 2035 Women’s World Cup – FA
FIFA president Gianni Infantino said the UK had submitted the only ‘valid bid’ for 2035.

Thu, 03 Apr, 2025

Spain v England - FIFA Women's World Cup 2023 - Final - Stadium Australia
Gianni Infantino says UK is the ‘one valid bid’ for 2035 Women’s World Cup
Northern Ireland looks set to host the tournament as part of the joint bid. 

Thu, 03 Apr, 2025

Soccer - FIFA World Cup 2014 - Final - Germany v Argentina - Estadio do Maracana
Saudi Arabia confirmed as hosts of 2034 men’s World Cup
The Middle East nation were the sole bidders, with an online FIFA Congress voting by acclamation in favour of their staging despite the huge controversy surrounding the bid.

Wed, 11 Dec, 2024

Argentina v France - FIFA World Cup 2022 - Final - Lusail Stadium
FIFA’s Saudi Arabia evaluation ‘an astonishing whitewash’ – Amnesty
The bid was given a record score in a FIFA evaluation report.

Sat, 30 Nov, 2024

Twickenham File Photo
Women’s Rugby World Cup in 2025 to start in Sunderland and end at Twickenham
World Rugby and Rugby Football Union made the announcement on Monday morning, after it had been confirmed in August which eight stadiums would be used for the tournament.

Mon, 11 Dec, 2023

TEST
Australia handle pressure as India come up short – Cricket World Cup uncovered
Did we get a worthy winner of the World Cup?

Mon, 20 Nov, 2023

TEST
Top of the mountain – Pat Cummins hails Australia’s record sixth World Cup win
Cummins basked in his side’s World Cup triumph over hosts India.

Sun, 19 Nov, 2023

Glenn Maxwell hits record-breaking double-century as Australia reach semi-finals
Glenn Maxwell hits record-breaking double-century as Australia reach semi-finals
The three-time champions, targeting 292 for victory, slumped to 91 for seven before turning things around thanks to Maxwell’s breathtaking unbeaten 201, which came off 128 balls and included 21 fours and 10 sixes.

Tue, 07 Nov, 2023

New Zealand v South Africa - Rugby World Cup 2023 - Final - Stade de France
New Zealand captain Sam Cane feeling ‘so much hurt’ after World Cup final defeat
It was the first time a player had been dismissed in a men’s World Cup final.

Sun, 29 Oct, 2023

South Africa Training - Monday 23rd October
South Africa out to inspire new generation in World Cup final against All Blacks
Each side has lifted the Webb Ellis Trophy on three previous occasions.

Fri, 27 Oct, 2023

England Training Session - Rugby World Cup 2023 - Stade Georges-Carcassonne - Wednesday 11th October
Ben Youngs ‘so content’ to sign off England career in bronze final at World Cup
The nation’s most capped men’s player with 126 appearances, a veteran of four World Cups, makes his first start of the tournament when England clash with Argentina at the Stade de France.

Thu, 26 Oct, 2023

England v South Africa - Rugby World Cup 2023 - Semi Final - Stade De France
England captain Owen Farrell: Online abuse of Tom Curry not acceptable
England are furious that Curry has been targeted online.

Wed, 25 Oct, 2023

England Team Run - Rugby World Cup 2023 - INSEP - Wednesday 25th October
Tom Curry in England’s starting line-up to face Argentina
The Sale flanker continues in the back row despite being in the eye of the storm

Wed, 25 Oct, 2023

South Africa v Ireland - Rugby World Cup 2023 - Pool B - Stade de France
World Rugby to launch new international competition from 2026
The bi-annual tournament is to be launched in 2026.

Tue, 24 Oct, 2023

England v South Africa - Rugby World Cup 2023 - Semi Final - Stade De France
World Rugby investigating alleged racist abuse directed at England’s Tom Curry
“World Rugby takes all allegations of discriminatory behaviour extremely seriously.”

Mon, 23 Oct, 2023

England v South Africa - Rugby World Cup 2023 - Semi Final - Stade De France
South Africa investigating alleged racist abuse directed at England’s Tom Curry
England have until Monday morning to lodge a complaint.

Sun, 22 Oct, 2023

England v South Africa - Rugby World Cup 2023 - Semi Final - Stade De France
Danny Care hoping England’s World Cup efforts have won over disillusioned fans
England went out on their shields after the Springboks needed a last-gasp penalty from Handre Pollard to snatch victory.

Sun, 22 Oct, 2023

England v South Africa - Rugby World Cup 2023 - Semi Final - Stade De France
England have until Monday to report alleged racial slur aimed at Tom Curry
Curry drew the incident involving hooker Mbongeni Mbonambi to the attention of the referee.

Sun, 22 Oct, 2023

Argentina v New Zealand - Rugby World Cup 2023 - Semi Final - Stade De France
Ian Foster does not care who New Zealand face in World Cup final
Foster can put his feet up for Saturday evening’s colossal semi-final clash between Steve Borthwick’s men and the Springboks.

Sat, 21 Oct, 2023

England Training Session and Press Conference - Rugby World Cup 2023 - INSEP - Tuesday October 17th
Kevin Sinfield calls on England to empty tanks against South Africa
For eight of the starting XV it is the chance to avenge their defeat to the Springboks in the 2019 final.

Fri, 20 Oct, 2023

England v Fiji - Rugby World Cup 2023 - Quarter Final - Stade Velodrome
This is a special game – Maro Itoje confident England can defeat South Africa
The rivals collide at the Stade de France on Saturday with the Springboks red hot favourites to retain the crown they won against England in Yokohama four years ago.

Thu, 19 Oct, 2023

England v Fiji - Rugby World Cup 2023 - Quarter Final - Stade Velodrome
Marcus Smith ruled out of England’s Rugby World Cup semi-final with concussion
Smith has been replaced at full-back by Freddie Steward.

Thu, 19 Oct, 2023

New Zealand Team Run - Rugby World Cup 2023 - INSEP - Friday October 13th
New Zealand head coach Ian Foster dismisses favouritism tag against Argentina
Foster has warned New Zealand the past counts for nothing.

Thu, 19 Oct, 2023

France v South Africa - Rugby World Cup 2023 - Quarter Final - Stade de France
South Africa inspired by struggles of whole nation – Siya Kolisi
Flanker Kolisi, his country’s first black captain, overcame childhood poverty to lift the Webb Ellis Cup four years ago in Japan.

Thu, 19 Oct, 2023

England Training Session and Press Conference - Rugby World Cup 2023 - INSEP - Tuesday October 17th
Freddie Steward returns at full-back for England’s semi-final with South Africa
Steward was dropped for the first time in his 29-cap Test career for the last-eight victory over Fiji, losing the number 15 jersey to the more attack-minded Marcus Smith.

Thu, 19 Oct, 2023

Ollie Chessum File Photo
Ollie Chessum says England ‘improving week-by-week’ ahead of South Africa clash
Only England still possess an unbeaten record amongst the teams in the last four.

Wed, 18 Oct, 2023

England v South Africa - 2019 Rugby World Cup - Final - Yokohama Stadium
South Africa’s Handre Pollard expecting to face ‘ruthless’ England in semi-final
Pollard kicked 22 points in the 2019 final to guide the Springboks to glory with a 32-12 win and still remembers the disappointment etched on the faces of Eddie Jones’ men.

Wed, 18 Oct, 2023

England Training Session and Press Conference - Rugby World Cup 2023 - INSEP - Tuesday October 17th
Marcus Smith on modified training as England prepare for South Africa showdown
Smith ended the last-eight victory over Fiji with a fat upper lip and a bandage on his head

Tue, 17 Oct, 2023

France v South Africa - Rugby World Cup 2023 - Quarter Final - Stade de France
'I don't want to be a bad loser' - Antoine Dupont questions referee after France exit
Les Bleus captain Dupont suffered major disappointment on his highly-publicised return from a fractured cheekbone and felt substandard officiating was partly to blame.

Mon, 16 Oct, 2023

England v Fiji - Rugby World Cup 2023 - Quarter Final - Stade Velodrome
Steve Borthwick hails ‘written off’ players as England book World Cup semi-final
Borthwick hailed his players’ composure and resilience.

Sun, 15 Oct, 2023

England v Fiji - Rugby World Cup 2023 - Quarter Final - Stade Velodrome
Owen Farrell steers England into World Cup semi-finals after Fiji fightback
England's foundations shook when Peni Ravai went over in the 65th minute and a nerve-jangling finish beckoned as Vilimoni Botitu crossed to level the score soon after.

Sun, 15 Oct, 2023

Northampton Saints v Sale Sharks - Gallagher Premiership - Franklin's Gardens
Simon Raiwalui ‘in no doubt’ grieving Sam Matavesi will be ready to face England
Matavesi left the Islanders’ camp in Marseille to attend the funeral in Cornwall, but returned on Thursday.

Fri, 13 Oct, 2023

Wales Team Run - Rugby World Cup 2023 - Stade de la Beaujoire - Friday 6th October
Dan Biggar and Liam Williams fit for Wales’ quarter-final against Argentina
The sides face off on Saturday in Marseille.

Thu, 12 Oct, 2023

Ireland v New Zealand - Autumn International - Aviva Stadium
5 classic Ireland v New Zealand encounters ahead of heavyweight World Cup clash
Ireland have had the upper hand -- at last -- in recent years.

Thu, 12 Oct, 2023

Argentina v France - FIFA World Cup 2022 - Final - Lusail Stadium
Fifa breaking climate commitments with World Cup in six countries, experts warn
Uruguay, Argentina and Paraguay to host three matches along with hosts Spain, Portugal and Morocco

Wed, 11 Oct, 2023

Wales v Fiji - Rugby World Cup 2023 - Pool C - Stade de Bordeaux
Wales star Jac Morgan hailed as a ‘hybrid’ of Sam Warburton and Justin Tipuric
Wales co-captain Morgan is expected to skipper the side, as he did for critical pool-stage victories over Fiji and Australia, against the Pumas in Marseille.

Wed, 11 Oct, 2023

England v Chile - Rugby World Cup 2023 - Pool D - Stade Pierre Mauroy
England happy being cast as villains in World Cup quarter-final – Billy Vunipola
There is a desire to see a Pacific Islands nation progress deep into the World Cup.

Tue, 10 Oct, 2023

Ireland Captain's Run and Press Conference - Rugby World Cup 2023 - Stade de la Beaujoire - Friday 15th September
Ronan Kelleher will treat ‘biggest game of career’ like any other Ireland match
The world's top ranked side will take on New Zealand on Saturday night. 

Mon, 09 Oct, 2023

Ireland v Scotland - Rugby World Cup 2023 - Pool B - Stade de France
Gregor Townsend admits Ireland were too good after Scotland’s World Cup exit
The Scotland boss says that was the best he's seen Ireland play.

Sun, 08 Oct, 2023

Wales v Georgia - Rugby World Cup 2023 - Pool C - Stade de la Beaujoire
Taulupe Faletau ruled out of World Cup after breaking arm against Georgia
Warren Gatland said no decision had yet been made on a replacement.

Sat, 07 Oct, 2023

Ireland Captain's Run - Aviva Stadium - Friday 18th August
The Haggard Badger’s value to Ireland highlighted ahead of milestone match
The Munster man will become only the 10th Irishman to earn 100 caps this weekend. 

Thu, 05 Oct, 2023

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