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The Latest Breaking News from World Cup

Springboks and Japan to play first rugby match at Wembley in nine years

The match will be the first at the venue since a 31-31 draw between South Africa and the Barbarians in 2016

The Independent UK

Gareth Southgate ‘enjoying life’ and not actively seeking management return

It is 13 months since the former defender called time on his successful eight-year stint as England boss.

The Independent UK

Why the Red Roses are ready to finally crown their dominance with Rugby World Cup success

Unbeaten in their last 27 matches, the Red Roses must handle the pressure of being overwhelming favourites on home soil

The Independent UK

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‘No Colon, Still Rollin’: Cass Bargell, US scrum-half and ostomy advocate, sets sights on World Cup

Hosts England hold few fears for the Harvard graduate who recovered from serious illness and surgery to play with a stoma and a bag

The Guardian - US

World Cup provides launchpad as women’s rugby prepares for liftoff

The next few weeks have the potential to refresh rugby in all its guises – this tournament is going to hit differently

The Guardian - UK

Who will win the 2025 Women’s Rugby World Cup? We ran 10,000 simulations to rank the contenders

Women’s rugby is growing rapidly worldwide, and now accounts for 25% of the total global playing base. US women’s rugby star Ilona Maher is the most followed rugby player in the world, ahead of men’s stars Siya Kolisi and Antoine Dupont.

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Five to watch: the Wallaroos who can shape the Women’s Rugby World Cup

From former gymnasts and versatile veterans, to a sevens convert and teenage sensation, these players can lift Australia to new heights in England

The Guardian - AU

World Cup final to be most attended women’s rugby match in history after ticket sellout

The Women’s Rugby World Cup final at Twickenham next month is already an 82,000 sellout and will be the most attended women’s rugby match in history

The Guardian - UK

World Cup final tipped to smash attendance record for women’s rugby match

RWC 2025 chair Gill Whitehead reckons the Twickenham showpiece will “easily” surpass the 66,000 crowd for the opening sevens at last year’s Olympics.

The Independent UK

Bagger Racing Fans, You'll Get Twice As Much Racing With Harley's New 2026 Series

A slim six-event Harley-Davidson Bagger World Cup calendar will accompany certain dates on the MotoGP calendar, kicking off in Austin in 2026.

RideApart

Women’s Rugby World Cup final sold out with Twickenham set for record attendance

375,000 tickets have already been sold for the tournament overall with records set to tumble

The Independent UK

Jade Shekells exclusive: Women’s rugby is on the rise, a home World Cup will make it explode

Jade Shekells targeting special moments at the tournament on home soil

Evening Standard

England winger Abby Dow relishing World Cup opener in Sunderland

England open the tournament at the Stadium of Light on Friday night with a clash against the United States in Pool A.

The Independent UK

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The Guardian - UK

Brazil aim to make waves at their first Women’s Rugby World Cup

Tournament debutants will make history as the first South American team to qualify, just 17 years after their first match

The Independent UK

Amy Jones: England in a good place ahead of Women’s World Cup

England start their campaign against South Africa on October 3 in Bengaluru.

The Independent UK

How the expressive Ellie Kildunne emerged as the face of England’s home World Cup

The full-back enters a home World Cup as the reigning World Player of the Year – and the tournament could catapult her to superstardom

Sports Illustrated

The Bernabeu Beckons: Real Madrid Enter New Era Determined to Erase Summer Failure

Los Blancos are eager to turn the page from this summer’s failure and kick off 2025–26 with a renewed focus.

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The Independent UK

Pam Bondi has argued with ethics staff so she can keep a FIFA soccer ball and cigars from Conor McGregor: report

Bondi argued her presence in Trump’s World Cup suite was necessary in case president needed a briefing on the fly

The Independent UK

Hannah Botterman hopes England can emulate Lionesses effect at Rugby World Cup

The Red Roses begin their World Cup campaign on Friday with a clash against the United States at the Stadium of Light.

Sports Illustrated

Argentina 2026 World Cup Qualifiers Squad Confirmed for September: Messi Missing Key Midfielder

Lionel Messi, Alexis Mac Allister and Franco Mastantuono are among those selected.

The Guardian - UK

Women’s Rugby World Cup’s brutal reality: Samoa players fundraising costs

A Guardian survey of team finances reveals a mixed picture for the players, with England contracts ranging from £39,000 to £48,000 plus match fees

The Guardian - UK

Zoe Aldcroft: ‘This World Cup has the potential to change women’s rugby for ever’

Zoe Aldcroft tells Donald McRae the Red Roses have the chance to change women’s rugby for ever if they can win the World Cup in England

The Independent UK

Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney can leave ‘legacy’ in Wales’ World Cup plan

The UK is the sole bidder to host an expanded 48-team tournament in 2035 and set to get FIFA approval next year.

The Independent UK

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