Underdogs Australia enter Rugby World Cup with Eddie Jones under scrutiny Despite losing all five of their warm-up games, the draw has been kind for the Wallabies, but they will watch out for Fiji The Guardian - AU · Sep 8, 2023
After year from hell, can Wales surprise at the Rugby World Cup? 2023 has been a disaster for Warren Gatland’s men, writes Luke Baker, but the World Cup can still be salvaged The Independent UK · Sep 8, 2023
Rugby fans in France told they face fines if they are drunk or too noisy England and Scotland supporters heading to Marseille to watch the start of the Rugby World Cup could face large fines for drunkenness or noise pollution. Evening Standard · Sep 8, 2023
Borthwick to keep job even if England fail in Rugby World Cup pool stages The RFU has supported the coach as they look to a ‘long-term rebuilding programme’ with Borthwick contracted until the 2027 World Cup The Guardian - UK · Sep 8, 2023
Warren Gatland ‘nervous’ as Wales get ready for Fiji Rugby World Cup opener Warren Gatland praised Fiji, saying: ‘The advent of Super Rugby has been huge boost,’ with Wales’s Josh Adams ready for the heat in Bordeaux The Guardian - UK · Sep 8, 2023
Rugby World Cup: Steve Borthwick faces huge challenge as England’s finest thrive elsewhere The likes of Shaun Edwards, Andy Farrell and Mike Catt will all be serving England’s rivals in France in a sober reminder of the RFU’s disarray Evening Standard · Sep 8, 2023
Rugby World Cup: Johnny Sexton has no time to lose as Ireland face brutal pool campaign Top-ranked challengers need their inspiring skipper back up to speed fast in a bid to end hoodoo on the biggest stage Evening Standard · Sep 8, 2023
James Ryan urges Ireland to begin Rugby World Cup with ‘real intent’ The Six Nations winners launch their campaign on Saturday against Pool B minnows Romania. The Independent UK · Sep 8, 2023
Rugby World Cup: France talisman Antoine Dupont is relishing the expectations of a nation From humble beginnings, the planet’s best player is hoping to inspire Les Bleus to global glory in front of a demanding fanbase Evening Standard · Sep 8, 2023
Ambitious France can handle Rugby World Cup pressure on home soil, insists Antoine Dupont Talismanic Les Bleus captain insists the hosts have a “responsibility to do something great” as All Blacks blockbuster kicks off tournament Evening Standard · Sep 8, 2023
Topsy Ojo column: England must beware major Argentina threats in Rugby World Cup opener Steve Borthwick’s side must kick well and keep their discipline against the likes of Mateo Carreras and Emiliano Boffelli Evening Standard · Sep 8, 2023
England vs Argentina: Alex Mitchell ‘excited’ for Rugby World Cup bow after summer rollercoaster 71 days after being cut from the squad, the Northampton star will start for the Red Rose Evening Standard · Sep 8, 2023
Key talking points as Ireland prepare for Rugby World Cup opener against Romania Johnny Sexton will captain the world’s top-ranked nation on his return from suspension. The Independent UK · Sep 8, 2023
Ireland have greatest chance to break Rugby World Cup curse but questions remain Ireland are desperate to final get beyond the quarter-finals in Johnny Sexton’s last stand, writes Luke Baker, but fates may be conspiring against them again The Independent UK · Sep 8, 2023
The Guardian - UK · Sep 8, 2023 Rugby World Cup 2023: what to look out for on the opening weekend Springboks prioritise points to win the prize; Johnny Sexton feels the heat with Ireland; and debutants Chile bank on their band of brothers
The Guardian - UK · Sep 8, 2023 ‘Reintroducing the culture’: the return of grassroots rugby union After lockdown and the focus on professionals with early onset dementia, there are signs the sport is coming through a difficult period
The Guardian - UK · Sep 8, 2023 Shhhh! Rugby World Cup fans face fines if they are too noisy in Marseille England and Scotland open their World Cup campaigns in city this weekend with fines of up to £154 for noise pollution and £128 for drunkenness
Evening Standard · Sep 8, 2023 Who will get over the line? Bumper weekend for pubs as rugby fans hope England can beat the odds The opening match of the tournament sees the hosts clash against favourites New Zealand
The Independent UK · Sep 8, 2023 Rugby World Cup predictions: Winner, top try scorer, surprise package and more Who are The Independent’s writers tipping for glory in France?
The National (Scotland) · Sep 8, 2023 See who Scotland will play at the Rugby World Cup 2023 group stages Here is when Scotland will play South Africa, Tonga, Romania and Ireland at the Rugby World Cup 2023 and how to watch each match.
The Independent UK · Sep 8, 2023 Rugby World Cup 2023 squad guide: Players, fixtures and more With the tournament drawing closer, teams have begun announcing their 33-man squads
Evening Standard · Sep 8, 2023 Wales vs Fiji: Rugby World Cup kick-off time, TV channel, team news, lineups, venue, odds today The Rugby World Cup opening weekend culminates with a clash between Fiji and Wales tonight.
Radio France Internationale · Sep 8, 2023 Crunch time for France as they face All Blacks in sizzling World Cup opener Hosts France launch their quest for a first World Cup trophy against three-time champions New Zealand on Friday night. Around 80,000 fans are expected at the Stade de France for a blockbuster start to the 10th World Cup competition and seven weeks of action featuring the planet's best rugby players.
Evening Standard · Sep 8, 2023 Rugby World Cup tables 2023: Final pool standings and group results The Rugby World Cup pool stage is over after Fiji squeezed into the knockouts with a bonus-point defeat to Portugal.
The Independent UK · Sep 8, 2023 Rugby World Cup 2023 fixtures: Full schedule, match dates and kick-off times Every game of the Rugby World Cup as hosts France kick-off the tournament against favourites New Zealand in Paris