The Latest Breaking News from World Cup

Rugby World Cup 2023 talking points including England crisis and TMO Bunker

France set to host a spectacular sporting event

The Independent UK · Sep 1, 2023

IND vs PAK Asia Cup: Task cut out for Rohit Sharma, Shubman Gill and Virat Kohli against Pakistan's pace trio

NEW DELHI: Virat Kohli won't mind reliving that magical moment against Haris Rauf, while Rohit Sharma is prepared to counter Shaheen Shah Afridi's deceptive inswingers in the much-anticipated showdown between India and Pakistan. This encounter transcends being just a World Cup dress rehearsal; it's the ultimate 'Battle Royale.'

The Times of India · Sep 1, 2023

Not enough talent coming through: Eddie Jones blames RFU for England’s poor form

Preparations for the upcoming World Cup hit a new low last weekend with defeat to Fiji at Twickenham.

The Independent UK · Sep 1, 2023

Ollie Chessum: I feared Rugby World Cup dream was over after freak ankle injury

The lock’s foot “wasn’t where it was supposed to be” after dislocating his ankle in England training back in March

Evening Standard · Aug 31, 2023

Ex-Red Stars star Julie Ertz retires from soccer after 10-year career

Ertz, 31, had already hinted at her retirement at this summer’s World Cup after the United States fell to Sweden on penalties in the Round of 16, tearfully telling reporters it was likely her final match wearing the team crest.

Chicago Sun-Times · Aug 31, 2023

How birthright rule is giving teams the X-factor for Rugby World Cup

Tonga and Samoa head to France with squads enhanced by players capped elsewhere but eligibility changes may have drawbacks

The Guardian - UK · Aug 31, 2023

Outcry over Spain football chief's forced kiss after World Cup win

How a scandal can steal the spotlight from a remarkable achievement. When the Spanish women won the World Cup on August 20, they would have been forgiven for thinking their names would be making headlines for weeks, months or even years. That is the case, but now because of the…

France 24 · Aug 31, 2023

England boss Sarina Wiegman: The issues around the Spanish team really hurts me

Wiegman dedicated her UEFA’s Women’s Coach of the Year award to Spain’s players.

The Independent UK · Aug 31, 2023

Zach Ertz had a heartfelt message for USWNT star Julie Ertz after her retirement announcement

End of an era for the USWNT.

USA Today Sports Media Group · Aug 31, 2023

Provisional England World Cup place ‘extremely satisfying’ for Dawid Malan

The Yorkshire batter struck a half-century in the seven-wicket victory over the Black Caps in the first Vitality T20 international on Wednesday.

The Independent UK · Aug 31, 2023