Sports quiz of the week: Mary Earps, Draymond Green and Sergio Ramos Have you been paying attention to the big stories in football, rugby union, snooker, darts, NFL, basketball and cricket? The Guardian - UK · Dec 15, 2023
Paris peak the target for world-beating Aussie sevens Two wins to begin the world rugby sevens series has led Australia's women to go "back to the drawing board" in an effort to peak for the Paris Olympics. AAP · Dec 15, 2023
Ireland coach Andy Farrell extends contract beyond 2027 World Cup The former dual-code international’s contract had been due to run out in 2025 The Independent UK · Dec 14, 2023
Japan’s appointment of Eddie Jones is a gamble not worth taking Jones heads back to the job where he masterminded the greatest upset in rugby history, but his return feels like inviting an arsonist to light the winter fire The Independent UK · Dec 14, 2023
Ireland coach Andy Farrell commits long-term future as Lions stint teed up IRFU tie down head coach for fresh Rugby World Cup bid in 2027 Evening Standard · Dec 14, 2023
Andy Farrell to lead Ireland to 2027 World Cup after signing new deal Andy Farrell will lead Ireland to the 2027 Rugby World Cup after extending his contract, while Rob Howley returns to Wales after his betting ban The Guardian - UK · Dec 14, 2023
Rob Baxter believes overseas restrictions good for Premiership and England Henry Arundell, Jack Willis and Joe Marchant have all left the Gallagher Premiership. The Independent UK · Dec 14, 2023
Guilt-free Jones denies early interview in Japan reveal A guilt-free Eddie Jones says he is comfortable with the circumstances surrounding his controversial move from the Wallabies to coach Japan. AAP · Dec 14, 2023
Man City finally conquer Europe but two England teams suffer heartbreak in 2023 City added the Champions League to their domestic double but England lost in the Women’s World Cup final and Rugby World Cup semi-finals. The Independent UK · Dec 14, 2023
Eddie Jones out to salvage reputation back in Japan After his England and Australian adventures ended in failure and acrimony, Eddie Jones is looking for redemption with his new job on an old stamping ground. AAP · Dec 13, 2023
Clean slate as McReight vows to use World Cup for good Queensland Reds star Fraser McReight is enjoying the clean slate at club level after a World Cup campaign he thinks will have long-term benefits. AAP · Dec 13, 2023
Best rugby shirts for women for sporty style Preppy chic, re-imagined Evening Standard · Dec 12, 2023
Maro Itoje interview: England and Saracens star championing African art at newly launched gallery The 'Akoje Gallery', launched with co-founder Khalil Akar, is years in the making and opens on Wednesday Evening Standard · Dec 12, 2023
England Rugby captain's decision to prioritise mental health could inspire more athletes to do the same England Rugby Union captain Owen Farrell recently announced he was deciding to step away from international duties. The 32-year-old said his decision to sit out of the 2024 Six Nations tournament was so that he could prioritise his and his family’s mental wellbeing. The Conversation · Dec 12, 2023
The Guardian - UK · Dec 12, 2023 Winds of change blowing as Japan plan to tackle rugby’s powerhouses With Ardie Savea on board, will the money on offer for a shorter season in Asia attract more elite European-based players?
AAP · Dec 12, 2023 Invested Moore's simple advice to RA after Eddie exit Stephen Moore has offered his thoughts on the appointment of the next Wallabies coach as he prepares for his own return of sorts to the Queensland Reds.
AAP · Dec 12, 2023 Trailblazing Englishwoman revealed as Wallaroos coach England's Jo Yapp will become the first female head coach of a senior Australian football team after being named as Wallaroos boss, replacing Jay Tregonning.
Evening Standard · Dec 11, 2023 Women's Rugby World Cup 2025: Sunderland's Stadium of Light to host England in opener 49,000 tickets to be put on sale for the tournament curtain-raiser, with Twickenham to stage final
The Independent UK · Dec 11, 2023 Sarah Hunter ‘so excited’ by prospect of Rugby World Cup launching in Sunderland The England transitional coach is keen to inspire a new generation of players from the North East.
The Independent UK · Dec 11, 2023 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.
The Independent UK · Dec 11, 2023 Sunderland’s Stadium of Light to host opening game of 2025 Women’s World Cup Twickenham will host the final of the tournament, with organisers hopeful of a sell-out crowd
AAP · Dec 11, 2023 Super Rugby must speed up to lure fans back: Waugh RA chief executive Phil Waugh says speeding up the game and limiting the time the ball is out of play are ways to revive interest in Super Rugby.
Evening Standard · Dec 10, 2023 Syd Millar: Ireland and Lions hero dies aged 89 Tributes paid to former prop
The National (Scotland) · Dec 10, 2023 Celtic too negative in their passing during loss at Kilmarnock, says Rodgers Celtic manager Brendan Rodgers admitted his side were too negative in the second half at Rugby Park after Kilmarnock came from behind to win 2-1.
AAP · Dec 10, 2023 Foley thrashed in first round of Japanese rugby season Bernard Foley's Kubota Spears Tokyo Bay have got their Japanese club rugby defence off to a poor start with a 52-26 defeat from Tokyo Sungoliath.