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Bill Sweeney’s ‘spectacular’ future of rugby claims hit wrong note for a sport in disarray

Supporters of the four professional clubs that no longer exist will be forgiven for choking on Bill Sweeney's claims that English rugby is "on the cusp of something quite spectacular".

Evening Standard

Incoming coach Scott Robertson banned from attending New Zealand World Cup games, says ex-All Black

Justin Marshall claims the former Crusaders coach has not been allowed to attend All Blacks games in France

The Independent UK

New Zealand vs Uruguay referee: Who is Rugby World Cup official Wayne Barnes?

The Englishman is one of the officials at the tournament

The Independent UK

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Is New Zealand vs Uruguay on TV? Channel, start time and how to watch Rugby World Cup

Everything you need to know ahead of the Pool A fixture

The Independent UK

Tadhg Furlong believes pressure of Scotland game will show Ireland ‘mentality’

The Six Nations champions are still in danger of flying home before the knockout stages

The Independent UK

Ranfurly Shield: Give it to the Heartland

Hawkes Bay's players don't deserve the Ranfurly Shield. NZ Rugby should give it to teams who could show it and its history and adoring fans some respect, writes Adam Julian

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English rugby ‘on the cusp of something spectacular’ despite year of turmoil, claims RFU CEO Bill Sweeney

Under-fire Bill Sweeney suggested that brighter times are ahead for the sport despite a year that has seen the demise of four professional clubs and an under-performing men’s national team

The Independent UK

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England career igniting convinced me to sign new Saracens deal – Ben Earl

Earlier this week Earl signed a long-term contract with the Gallagher Premiership champions.

The Independent UK

Henry Arundell to be available for England in Six Nations despite move to France

The former London Irish man is set to move to Racing 92 in Paris after the Rugby World Cup

The Independent UK

Bill Sweeney believes English rugby is ‘on cusp of something quite spectacular’

RFU council members sent a letter to the board raising concerns over the leadership of chief executive Sweeney and chair Tom Ilube.

The Independent UK

Bill Sweeney vows ‘spectacular’ future for English rugby despite direct challenge to RFU leadership

Sweeney is confident he has overcome the direct challenge to his leadership launched on the eve of England’s Rugby World Cup opener against Argentina

Evening Standard

Bill Sweeney insists he is right man to lead RFU despite members’ rebellion

Bill Sweeney has insisted he is the right man to lead the Rugby Football Union despite the swirling chaos around Twickenham

The Guardian - UK

George Turner almost became a fourth victim of the curse of the Scotland hookers

First Ewan Ashman missed the opening weekend defeat to South Africa in Marseilles because of a concussion suffered in training earlier that week.

The National (Scotland)

‘Set up to fail’: Cards still stacked against smaller nations at Rugby World Cup

Barring spirited performances from the likes of Portugal or Uruguay, the 2023 Rugby World Cup currently underway in France has once again exposed the chasm between the sport’s haves and have-nots, highlighting the need for a concerted effort to help emerging nations raise their game, particularly in Africa.

France 24

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The National (Scotland)

D’Arcy Rae happily ensconced at Edinburgh as new URC campaign approaches

His initial deal with the capital club, announced earlier this week, is only for the length of this season, and he is certainly taking nothing for…

Radio France Internationale

French government tries to reassure public amid bedbug 'hysteria'

The French government on Wednesday sought to calm growing public fears over a supposed bedbug invasion, saying there was no evidence of any resurgence of the biting irritants on public transport.

Evening Standard

Ireland vs Scotland: Rugby World Cup kick-off time, TV channel, team news, lineups, venue, odds

Ireland and Scotland collide at the Rugby World Cup in a key Pool B showdown in Paris this weekend.

Evening Standard

England vs Samoa: Rugby World Cup kick-off time, TV channel, team news, lineups, venue, odds today

England play Samoa in their final Rugby World Cup Pool D match in Lille today.

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The Independent UK

George Turner knows Scotland must find their ‘best performance’ against Ireland

Gregor Townsend’s side find themselves in a position whereby they must defeat Ireland with a bonus point in Paris this weekend to progress.

The Guardian - UK

World Rugby to reject plate competition for emerging nations at World Cups

World Rugby is set to reject the idea of emerging nations competing in a ‘plate’ competition running alongside the main event at future World Cups

The Independent UK

Pierre Schoeman eager to extend ‘miracle’ World Cup beyond Ireland clash

The South Africa-born prop is enjoying the time of his life in France as Gregor Townsend’s first-choice loosehead.

The Independent UK

Wales’ Gareth Thomas has first-hand experience of Georgia threat

Wales need one point to guarantee top spot in Pool C.

Radio France Internationale

French government to hold crisis meetings on bedbug 'scourge'

The French government will hold emergency meetings this week to examine surging numbers of bedbug cases, which are becoming a major public health worry.

Evening Standard

Kyle Sinckler: England aware Samoa can flip from best friends to worse enemies with ease

Kyle Sinckler has warned England to beware Samoa's ability to jump from your best friends to your worst enemies ahead of Saturday's World Cup clash in Lille.

Radio France Internationale

New Zealand boss Foster warns of Uruguay danger in final pool clash at World Cup

New Zealand head coach Ian Foster warned his players to be on their guard as he laid bare the challenge of Uruguay ahead of their final game of the group stages at the 2023 rugby union World Cup.

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