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RFU unveil new agreement to ‘reshape the rugby landscape’ as Steve Borthwick given greater control over players

Premiership clubs will benefit from an uplift in funding in a landmark eight-year ‘Professional Game Partnership’ that will shape the future of English rugby

The Independent UK

RFU concerned by England exits but gives Steve Borthwick 100% backing

The Rugby Football Union has backed Steve Borthwick after the sudden resignations of Felix Jones and Aled Walters

The Guardian - UK

Trepidation as well as triumphalism as English rugby breaks fresh ground

New season begins amid concern over whether club and country can cooperate in managing the welfare of players

The Guardian - UK

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Red Roses launch first ‘wearable report’ to highlight rugby’s gender awareness gap

Designed by full-back Ellie Kildunne, the clothing range utilises data from the Women’s Sports Trust to showcase the growth and challenges of the sport

The Independent UK

Shaun Edwards is the man to fill England’s coaching void after Felix Jones’ exit

Steve Borthwick’s team is in chaos and the RFU should prioritise recruiting the rugby league legend whatever the cost

The Guardian - UK

Joe Marler in fitness race for England’s autumn matches after breaking foot

The Harlequins head coach, Danny Wilson, has confirmed Joe Marler will be out for at least 12 weeks with a foot injury

The Guardian - UK

England boss John Mitchell explains why Twickenham renaming as Allianz Stadium is ‘only positive’

The Red Roses will be the first England side to play at the retitled Allianz Stadium against the Black Ferns in September

The Independent UK

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Sporting organisations meet with UK government over calming social tensions

Emergency meeting held as English football season kicks off on Friday

The Independent UK

Sir Clive Woodward: RFU has sold its soul by selling Twickenham naming rights

The home of English rugby will be known as ‘Allianz Stadium’.

The Independent UK

Selling Twickenham naming rights to Allianz ‘an investment into the future’

The decade-long partnership will provide in excess of £10million a year at a time when the sport is facing significant financial challenges.

The Independent UK

Twickenham to be renamed Allianz Stadium in £100m deal for RFU

Home of English rugby has never before had a sponsored name

Evening Standard

Twickenham to be renamed Allianz Stadium in first rebrand since 1907

The first fixture to be played at Twickenham under its new name is the Red Roses’ clash with New Zealand on September 14.

The Independent UK

England rugby confirms Twickenham to be renamed Allianz Stadium

The RFU has confirmed a new deal to boost finances and ‘offer significant support to the grassroots game’

The Independent UK

Former England players accuse RFU of ‘suppressing data’ in brain injuries case

‘Crucial’ medical documents have not been disclosed, according to a complaint signed by former players including Steve Thompson and Mark Regan

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The Independent UK

No protection for players from dangers of rugby turning professional – claim

A detailed claim on behalf of 480 former players has been served on World Rugby, the RFU and the WRU.

The Guardian - AU

Fin Baxter called into starting XV as England look to snap All Blacks’ 30-year streak

Prop to replace injured Joe Marler against New Zealand on Saturday, with Finlay Christie to start for the hosts in the Test at Eden Park

The Independent UK

RFU opens books to Team England Rugby as player contract talks reach key stage

England captain Jamie George heads the body set up to negotiate commercial agreements with Twickenham.

Evening Standard

RFU open books to England players to thrash out ground breaking deal

Team England and RUF have already agreed new hybrid contracts

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The Independent UK

Twickenham security ‘all over’ any attempted protests at Premiership final

Two Just Stop Oil activists caused a significant delay to the 2023 showpiece

The Guardian - UK

Twickenham tightens security for Premiership final amid protest fears

Undercover operatives are set to be deployed at Saturday’s Premiership final at Twickenham as part of measures aimed at avoiding a repeat of last year’s pitch invasions

The Independent UK

RFU ‘very aware’ of Twickenham protest threat ahead of Premiership final

Last year’s final was disrupted by protestors and the Premiership have vowed there will be no repeat

The Guardian - UK

Premiership final masks turmoil simmering below rugby’s surface

It’s not a sexy topic but rugby union can’t get away from the fact the top of the pyramid needs strong foundations to sustain it

The Guardian - UK

Championship clubs fear bankruptcy without fairer deal from RFU

England’s second-tier clubs say they risk being pushed into bankruptcy unless they receive a fairer deal in negotiations with the RFU and the Premiership

Evening Standard

Billy Vunipola must repay Saracens support as play-off race reaches thrilling finale

England No8 will turn attentions back to on-field matters after Majorca arrest as he bids for winning Sarries farewell

The Guardian - UK

Billy Vunipola escapes with slap on the wrist from RFU over taser arrest

Billy Vunipola is free to finish the season with Saracens after escaping a suspension from the Rugby Football Union

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