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 Guardian - UK · Aug 19, 2025
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 · Aug 19, 2025
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 The Independent UK · Aug 19, 2025
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. Sports Illustrated · Aug 19, 2025
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 · Aug 18, 2025
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. The Independent UK · Aug 18, 2025
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. Sports Illustrated · Aug 18, 2025
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 · Aug 18, 2025
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 Guardian - UK · Aug 18, 2025
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 · Aug 18, 2025
Five players to watch at the Women’s Rugby World Cup Who could be set to star in England over the next few weeks? The Independent UK · Aug 18, 2025
Who are the Red Roses? Player-by-player guide to England’s Rugby World Cup squad Meet the 32 players who will bid for glory on home soil at the tournament The Independent UK · Aug 18, 2025
Gary Neville urges Manchester United to address ‘glaring issue’ before transfer window closes Neville believes the club should invest in a new goalkeeper after Altay Bayindir’s error against Arsenal The Independent UK · Aug 18, 2025
Premier League: 10 talking points from the weekend’s action Kyle Walker has the World Cup in his sights, Nottingham Forest remain potent in attack and James Trafford delights the Manchester City fans The Guardian - UK · Aug 18, 2025
AAP · Aug 18, 2025 Constant Gardiner: Samoa's field of dreams in bloom Payne Haas has walked into Samoa's field of dreams and more may follow as coach Ben Gardiner explains the organic nature of the nation's recruitment success.
The Independent UK · Aug 17, 2025 Patriotic punters in women’s Euros final costs Ladbrokes owner in winnings One of the UK’s biggest bookies has said it lost out on winnings paid in the women’s Euros final as patriotic fans got behind the Lionesses, while the men’s Club World Cup drew in “surprising” global support.
The Guardian - UK · Aug 17, 2025 Fifa consider holding Club World Cup every two years from 2029 – and could expand it Fifa will consider holding a Club World Cup every two years from 2029 and are consulting on expanding tournament further
Sports Illustrated · Aug 17, 2025 Chelsea Player Ratings vs. Crystal Palace: Blues Stutter to Opening Day 0–0 Draw It was hard going for the Club World Cup holders on a sunny afternoon at Stamford Bridge.
International Business Times · Aug 17, 2025 Chelsea Draw Blank In Palace Stalemate Chelsea suffered a Club World Cup hangover as they were lucky to escape with a 0-0 draw against Crystal Palace to open their Premier League campaign on Sunday.
The Guardian - UK · Aug 17, 2025 England’s Marlie Packer: ‘This team is No 1 in the world – we’re going to be under scrutiny’ A World Cup winner in 2014, the flanker has overcome losing the captaincy to remain a key part of the squad, she tells Sarah Rendell
The Independent UK · Aug 17, 2025 Is Chelsea vs Crystal Palace on TV? Channel, kick-off time and how to watch Premier League fixture Enzo Maresca’s Blues look to take a leap into the title race after winning the Club World Cup, while the Eagles continue to fly high after winning the Community Shield against Liverpool last weekend
Evening Standard · Aug 17, 2025 Chelsea must build on Club World Cup glory to thrive in new Premier League campaign The Blues have played well in pre-season, but Enzo Maresca is again begging supporters to temper their expectations
AAP · Aug 17, 2025 Anthem moment that made Haas choose Samoa to honour mum Payne Haas once did the Samoan war dance in front of the TV and will now do it at Suncorp Stadium after making a call on his international future.
Cycling News · Aug 16, 2025 Nino Schurter to end storied career at ‘favourite race’ Lenzerheide World Cup 39-year-old to race Crans-Montana XCO World Championships in September
The Guardian - UK · Aug 16, 2025 Women’s Rugby World Cup: the definitive guide to the pools England are unbeaten since the last tournament and are strong favourites to top their pool, but other groups look more open