Talking points as Wales face Portugal looking to secure another bonus-point win Wales face Portugal for the first time since a 1994 World Cup qualifier. The Independent UK · Sep 15, 2023
Coetzee calls on his Namibians to enjoy New Zealand challenge at World Cup Namibia coach Allister Coetzee urged his players to relish Friday night’s Group A encounter with New Zealand as a chance to improve their rugby skills. Radio France Internationale · Sep 15, 2023
Is New Zealand vs Namibia 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 · Sep 15, 2023
France given huge Rugby World Cup scare by minnows Uruguay France 27-12 Uruguay: Les Bleus claimed a hard-fought win but missed out on a bonus point against their valiant opponents The Independent UK · Sep 14, 2023
Second-string France overcome valiant Uruguay at Rugby World Cup Hosts France followed up their opening-night triumph over the All Blacks with an underwhelming defeat of Uruguay in their second World Cup match on Thursday, missing out on bonus points as they struggled past a spirited South American side. France 24 · Sep 14, 2023
‘We’re definitely going to score some tries’: Daly has faith in England attack Elliot Daly believes England will build, starting against Japan, on the steely defence and kicking that saw off Argentina The Guardian - UK · Sep 14, 2023
Scotland coach Gregor Townsend explains Dave Cherry's hotel concussion injury Cherry could theoretically have been available for Scotland’s next game against Tonga on Sunday week. The National (Scotland) · Sep 14, 2023
Townsend expresses dismay at decision not to cite South African centre Jesse Kriel The challenge on Scotland No 8 Jack Dempsey in the opening minute of Sunday’s World Cup clash in Marseilles has come under scrutiny. The National (Scotland) · Sep 14, 2023
‘Incredible character, top man’ – Peter O’Mahony hails Ireland wing Mack Hansen The Connacht wing will make his full World Cup debut on Saturday against Tonga. The Independent UK · Sep 14, 2023
France 27-12 Uruguay: Rugby World Cup 2023 – as it happened France secured an unconvincing win over Uruguay in a game they were expected to dominate The Guardian - UK · Sep 14, 2023
Rugby World Cup 2023 fixtures: Full schedule, match dates and kick-off times Every game of the Rugby World Cup after hosts France kicked off the tournament against favourites New Zealand in Paris The Independent UK · Sep 14, 2023
Rugby World Cup 2023 TV schedule: Channels, times and how to watch every fixture online ITV will show the Rugby World Cup in the UK The Independent UK · Sep 14, 2023
South Africa explain use of traffic light signals during Scotland win Springbok coaches held up different coloured lights to send messages during the Rugby World Cup fixture in Marseille The Independent UK · Sep 14, 2023
Briton bemused after failing to find ‘vino’ at Rugby World Cup stadium in France ‘We asked for vino and they couldn’t understand us at all,’ says Brit bemused at failure to buy a glass of wine at the Rugby World Cup in France The Independent UK · Sep 14, 2023
The Independent UK · Sep 14, 2023 What is the HIA and how does it work? Players who are suspected to have suffered a concussion depart for a head injury assessment
Evening Standard · Sep 14, 2023 England handed Kyle Sinckler injury boost for Japan clash with prop ‘fit and ready to go’ Bristol tighthead is looking to make his mark at the World Cup after a chest issue as Kevin Sinfield hails the work of medical and conditioning teams
The Independent UK · Sep 14, 2023 Scotland player out of Rugby World Cup after slipping on stairs. Not the sport's first weird injury Scotland forward Dave Cherry is out of the Rugby World Cup in France after slipping on the stairs at the team hotel, banging his head and sustaining a concussion
The Independent UK · Sep 14, 2023 Mack Hansen starts for Ireland against Tonga as Andy Farrell makes four changes Scrum-half Conor Murray, hooker Ronan Kelleher and flanker Josh van der Flier also come in
Evening Standard · Sep 14, 2023 France vs Uruguay: Anthony Jelonch proud to lead Les Bleus on injury return at Rugby World Cup Toulouse back-rower will skipper his country for the first time since 2021 against Uruguay after recovering from a torn ACL suffered on Six Nations duty
The Independent UK · Sep 14, 2023 Wales forward Christ Tshiunza ‘living a dream’ ahead of World Cup debut The Exeter star has enjoyed a rapid rise to the international arena.
The Independent UK · Sep 14, 2023 Chorus of disapproval: National anthems sung by schoolkids at Rugby World Cup out of tune with teams A project using choirs containing French schoolkids from diverse backgrounds to sign each country’s national anthem before games at the Rugby World Cup is being revised
The Guardian - UK · Sep 14, 2023 Molars to mauls: Portugal’s captain sinks teeth into World Cup chance Tomás Appleton has swapped his dental surgery for the rugby pitch and says his team’s sights are set on springing a surprise against Wales
Evening Standard · Sep 14, 2023 Rugby World Cup: Committed Joe Marler happy on return to ‘horrific’ Test arena with England Harlequins prop is fully buying into the Steve Borthwick regime and ready to play any role
Evening Standard · Sep 14, 2023 Rugby World Cup: Off-key national anthems give organisers a jarring problem to fix Tournament chiefs agree to re-recordings after the disastrous reaction to versions sung by choirs of schoolchildren
Evening Standard · Sep 14, 2023 Steve Borthwick secure in England job even if World Cup bid collapses The RFU are eager to back the head coach and his assistant Kevin Sinfield for the long-term as Argentina win settles nerves