The Latest Breaking News from World Cup

Marcus Smith set to make England’s Rugby World Cup squad after big Steve Borthwick hint

Steve Borthwick has given the clearest indication yet that Marcus Smith will go to the Rugby World Cup by confirming he will take three fly-halves to France.

Evening Standard · Aug 3, 2023

‘Horror exit’: Germany reacts to Women’s World Cup group-stage shock

Germany’s World Cup exit prompted tears and criticism about the failure of one of the tournament favourites to get out of their group

The Guardian - UK · Aug 3, 2023

Steve Borthwick knows cohesion is key for England but flair must flourish too

The presence of so many past and present Saracens and Leicester players should aid clarity but World Cup squad also needs the dash of Smith and Arundell

The Guardian - UK · Aug 3, 2023

Marcus Smith set for World Cup spot with Steve Borthwick keen on fly-half depth

Owen Farrell and George Ford are also expected to be in England’s 33-man squad when it is announced on Monday.

The Independent UK · Aug 3, 2023

Morocco makes more Women's World Cup history, reaching knockout rounds with a 1-0 win over Colombia

Morocco is the first Arab or North African nation to qualify for the Women’s World Cup and now the first to advance beyond the group stage.

The Hindu · Aug 3, 2023

5 World Cup storylines to watch in the knockout round: Is the USWNT beatable?

Also, watch Jamaica vs. Colombia!

USA Today Sports Media Group · Aug 3, 2023

Andy Farrell believes strength in depth will be key to Ireland’s World Cup hopes

Just three players who started Ireland’s Grand Slam-clinching win over England in March have been included in the XV for Saturday’s warm-up clash.

The Independent UK · Aug 3, 2023

Seven riders you should look out for at the Glasgow World Championships

From the velodrome to the BMX track via cross-country mountain bike, check out our pick of who – and when – to watch

Cycling Weekly · Aug 3, 2023

Fifa investigating claims Zambia coach rubbed player’s chest at World Cup

Zambia’s coach, Bruce Mwape, has been accused of rubbing his hands over the chest of one of his players two days before his team’s victory over Costa Rica

The Guardian - UK · Aug 3, 2023

Women’s World Cup 2023 top scorers: who won the Golden Boot?

Japan’s Hinata Miyazawa has been the favourite to win the Golden Boot for the last week

Evening Standard · Aug 3, 2023