Dismal England left reeling by Wales in Rugby World Cup warm-up
1 year, 5 months ago

Dismal England left reeling by Wales in Rugby World Cup warm-up

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England heading for series-clinching win over New Zealand
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England heading for series-clinching win over New Zealand

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England Dismantle New Zealand In 2nd Test; End Day 2 With A Lead Of...
1 month ago

England Dismantle New Zealand In 2nd Test; End Day 2 With A Lead Of...

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NZ Vs ENG, 2nd Test: England stamp their authority on New Zealand in the 2nd Test match, as Day 2 belonged to the Ben Stokes' men right from the word go. At Stumps, Day 2, England hold a massive advantage, as they lead the Kiwis by 533 runs, and carry on from their overnight score of 378/5 in just 76 …

NZ vs ENG, 2nd Test: Atkinson hat-trick, Bethell 98 put England in driver's seat
1 month ago

NZ vs ENG, 2nd Test: Atkinson hat-trick, Bethell 98 put England in driver's seat

India Today  

England continued to assert dominance over New Zealand on Day 2 of the second Test as they finished the day on 378/5 leading New Zealand by 533 runs on Saturday, December 7 at Basin Reserve, Wellington. New Zealand began the day on 86/5 in 26 overs trailing by 194 runs as England continued the momentum from the opening day and …

NZ vs ENG: New Zealand, England hit with World Test Championship points deduction
1 month ago

NZ vs ENG: New Zealand, England hit with World Test Championship points deduction

India Today  

The race to secure a spot in the ICC World Test Championship Final at Lord’s next year has intensified following sanctions against New Zealand and England for slow over-rates during the first Test of their series in Christchurch. Both teams were fined 15% of their match fees and docked three critical points in the World Test Championship standings. However, the …

Ireland produce late comeback to end autumn campaign with win over Australia
1 month, 1 week ago

Ireland produce late comeback to end autumn campaign with win over Australia

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Wales and Republic of Ireland set up tense second leg after stalemate in Cardiff
1 month, 1 week ago

Wales and Republic of Ireland set up tense second leg after stalemate in Cardiff

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Wales 4-1 Iceland: Craig Bellamy's side are promoted to top tier of Nations League as Brennan Johnson, Harry Wilson and a Liam Cullen brace secure thumping victory
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Wales 4-1 Iceland: Craig Bellamy's side are promoted to top tier of Nations League as Brennan Johnson, Harry Wilson and a Liam Cullen brace secure thumping victory

Daily Mail  

Craig Bellamy could hardly have asked for more from his first six games as Wales boss. A double from Liam Cullen - his first goals for Wales - and goals from Brennan Johnson and Harry Wilson made it a night to remember yet it all started very differently as Andri Gudjohnsen, son of former Chelsea and Barcelona star Eidur, struck …

Wales fall to all-time low as pressure mounts on Warren Gatland
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Wales fall to all-time low as pressure mounts on Warren Gatland

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Wallabies come down from England high to face nervous Wales
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Wallabies come down from England high to face nervous Wales

Associated Press  

Kudos to the planner of Australia’s rugby tour of Britain and Ireland. Wales is vulnerable and its confidence fragile after tying its worst losing run last weekend — 10 straight tests — when it fell to Fiji 24-19 at home for the first time. “Anyone who plays all consecutive tests against the sort of countries that we’re up against here, …

Warren Gatland’s wrong replacement admission caps another dark day for Wales
1 month, 4 weeks ago

Warren Gatland’s wrong replacement admission caps another dark day for Wales

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Wales surrender two-goal lead in sketchy draw with Iceland as Craig Bellamy maintains unbeaten start
2 months, 4 weeks ago

Wales surrender two-goal lead in sketchy draw with Iceland as Craig Bellamy maintains unbeaten start

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Warren Gatland sees ‘real positives’ despite pain of Wales defeat by Australia
6 months ago

Warren Gatland sees ‘real positives’ despite pain of Wales defeat by Australia

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Australia edges Wales 25-16 to deliver a win in Joe Schmidt’s first match in charge
6 months ago

Australia edges Wales 25-16 to deliver a win in Joe Schmidt’s first match in charge

Associated Press  

SYDNEY — Tom Wright scored a solo try to give Australia a nine-point buffer in the 69th minute and the Wallabies hung on for a 25-16 win over Wales on Saturday to start Joe Schmidt’s coaching tenure on a positive note. Schmidt replaced Eddie Jones as head coach in the wake of Australia’s disastrous Rugby World Cup campaign last year, …

New Zealand 16-15 England: Steve Borthwick's side suffer narrow defeat at the hands of All Blacks as late Damian McKenzie penalty secures victory for the hosts
6 months ago

New Zealand 16-15 England: Steve Borthwick's side suffer narrow defeat at the hands of All Blacks as late Damian McKenzie penalty secures victory for the hosts

Daily Mail  

England came on a mission to make history but ended up becoming trapped in the same old story of defeat and despair against the All Blacks in New Zealand. England suffered a narrow defeat against New Zealand in the first Test of the two-match series Damian McKenzie's late penalty secured victory for the hosts, who had trailed 15-10 early on …

France overpower Wales in timely reminder of their brutal beauty
9 months, 4 weeks ago

France overpower Wales in timely reminder of their brutal beauty

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Stubborn Wales can’t stop Ireland’s grand slam march
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Stubborn Wales can’t stop Ireland’s grand slam march

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Wales eye up impossible Dublin job in Six Nations rivalry that risks losing its shine
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Wales eye up impossible Dublin job in Six Nations rivalry that risks losing its shine

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Gareth Thomas feels a fast start will be key for Wales victory against Ireland
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Gareth Thomas feels a fast start will be key for Wales victory against Ireland

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George Ford slays the dragon but scrappy England win won’t go down in folklore
10 months, 4 weeks ago

George Ford slays the dragon but scrappy England win won’t go down in folklore

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England overcomes Wales from behind at Twickenham in Six Nations
10 months, 4 weeks ago

England overcomes Wales from behind at Twickenham in Six Nations

Associated Press  

LONDON — England came from behind at Twickenham to subdue Wales 16-14 in Six Nations rugby on Saturday. The sustained pressure earned England a try and two penalties to get in front for the first time in the 72nd minute and comfortably stay there as Wales ran out of ideas. “We have a big test at Murrayfield, but happy to …

Warren Gatland rips up his Wales side after Scotland first-half horror show with seven changes made for Six Nations clash with England
11 months ago

Warren Gatland rips up his Wales side after Scotland first-half horror show with seven changes made for Six Nations clash with England

Daily Mail  

Warren Gatland insisted Wales will head to Twickenham full of confidence despite him ripping up his side and making a total of seven changes from the one beaten by Scotland. Wales produced an appalling first-half display to fall 27-0 behind to Gregor Townsend's men in their 2024 Six Nations opener and although they scored 26 unanswered points to produce a …

Forcing Wales into fresh line-out horror show will be key for England victory in Six Nations
11 months ago

Forcing Wales into fresh line-out horror show will be key for England victory in Six Nations

The Telegraph  

No area of the game summed up Wales’s upward curve against Scotland, from abysmal to the verge of a record Six Nations comeback, than their improvement in their line-out. In the first 50 minutes when Scotland barely put a foot wrong, Wales’s lack of control at the breakdown and poor kick-chase combined with Scotland’s domination of the kicking game – …

Performing under pressure – remembering England’s dramatic 2003 World Cup win
1 year, 1 month ago

Performing under pressure – remembering England’s dramatic 2003 World Cup win

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Rugby World Cup: England hold on to edge Argentina in third place playoff
1 year, 2 months ago

Rugby World Cup: England hold on to edge Argentina in third place playoff

Firstpost  

England finish third in the Rugby World Cup for the first time, with champions South Africa facing New Zealand in Saturday’s final Captain Owen Farrell kicked 16 points for England as they clung on to beat Argentina 26-23 on Friday to claim third place in the Rugby World Cup. Farrell’s contribution helped 2003 winners England finish third in the tournament …

England hold on to edge Argentina to take third place in Rugby World Cup
1 year, 2 months ago

England hold on to edge Argentina to take third place in Rugby World Cup

Hindustan Times  

Captain Owen Farrell kicked 16 points for England as they clung on to beat Argentina 26-23 on Friday to claim third place in the Rugby World Cup. England's fly-half Owen Farrell reacts with teammates during the medal ceremony after the France 2023 Rugby World Cup third-place match vs Argentina Farrell's contribution helped 2003 winners England finish third in the tournament …

Scrutiny on Curry overshadows England vs Argentina in Rugby World Cup third-place game
1 year, 2 months ago

Scrutiny on Curry overshadows England vs Argentina in Rugby World Cup third-place game

Associated Press  

It’s a match no team wants to play, no matter what the players or coaches say in public. Yet the Rugby World Cup third-place game between England and Argentina on Friday might feel even more insignificant for the English, given an uncomfortable build-up centered almost entirely on Tom Curry and his allegation of racial abuse by an opponent that has …

5 things we learned from England’s progress through the Rugby World Cup
1 year, 2 months ago

5 things we learned from England’s progress through the Rugby World Cup

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England suffer heartbreak after South Africa rally to reach Rugby World Cup final
1 year, 2 months ago

England suffer heartbreak after South Africa rally to reach Rugby World Cup final

The Telegraph  

Heartbreak, utter heartbreak for England. Having played the majority of their World Cup campaign in the shadows, Steve Borthwick’s side finally showed their hand in stunning and ruthless fashion, only to fall short in the cruellest of circumstances. Remarkably it was the second game in succession that Pollard, who was not even in the original Springbok squad, having missed out …

Marcus Smith hailed after ‘face smashed’ as England consider role for Rugby World Cup semi-final
1 year, 2 months ago

Marcus Smith hailed after ‘face smashed’ as England consider role for Rugby World Cup semi-final

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Wales v Argentina LIVE: Rugby World Cup final score and reaction as Nicolas Sanchez late try sinks Welsh hopes
1 year, 2 months ago

Wales v Argentina LIVE: Rugby World Cup final score and reaction as Nicolas Sanchez late try sinks Welsh hopes

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Emiliano Boffelli stars as Argentina send Wales home from World Cup
1 year, 2 months ago

Emiliano Boffelli stars as Argentina send Wales home from World Cup

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Marcus Smith given full-back role for England’s Rugby World Cup quarter-final
1 year, 2 months ago

Marcus Smith given full-back role for England’s Rugby World Cup quarter-final

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Ireland confirms Rugby World Cup quarterfinal with All Blacks. England avoid upset, Wales lose star
1 year, 3 months ago

Ireland confirms Rugby World Cup quarterfinal with All Blacks. England avoid upset, Wales lose star

Associated Press  

PARIS — Top-ranked Ireland confirmed a Rugby World Cup quarterfinal after blitzing Scotland by six tries and 36-14 on Saturday. This one was never close as Ireland cruised to a 17th straight win — one win behind the tier one world record — and led 36-0 before Scotland’s two tries. England gathered its scrambled senses from 17-8 down against Samoa …

On this day in 2015: Sorry England make World Cup history with group-stage exit
1 year, 3 months ago

On this day in 2015: Sorry England make World Cup history with group-stage exit

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Wales v Australia LIVE: Rugby World Cup 2023 result and reaction from record win as Wallabies face shock exit
1 year, 3 months ago

Wales v Australia LIVE: Rugby World Cup 2023 result and reaction from record win as Wallabies face shock exit

The Independent  

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Rugby World Cup LIVE: England v Japan result and reaction as Joe Marler’s head assists comical try
1 year, 3 months ago

Rugby World Cup LIVE: England v Japan result and reaction as Joe Marler’s head assists comical try

The Independent  

England toiled at times but profited from a bizarre second-half try to defeat Japan 34-12 at the Stade de Nice and earn a bonus point in an unimpressive display that nonetheless leaves them in control of their Rugby World Cup Pool D. With the game poised at 13-12, England captain Courtney Lawes cantered in for a try as the Japanese …

Warren Gatland hails Wales World Cup win over Fiji despite ‘anger’ over finale
1 year, 3 months ago

Warren Gatland hails Wales World Cup win over Fiji despite ‘anger’ over finale

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Wales barely holds off Fiji to win in another classic Rugby World Cup meeting
1 year, 3 months ago

Wales barely holds off Fiji to win in another classic Rugby World Cup meeting

Associated Press  

BORDEAUX, France — The tryline was right there in front of Semi Radradra. Alas, the center spilled the ball, Wales players heaved a huge sigh of relief and they celebrated a breathless 32-26 win in the latest instalment of the teams’ gripping World Cup rivalry on Sunday. Fiji came strong at the end, but I’m really thrilled for this group …

Vunipola red-carded for England in 29-10 loss to Ireland in Rugby World Cup warmup
1 year, 4 months ago

Vunipola red-carded for England in 29-10 loss to Ireland in Rugby World Cup warmup

Associated Press  

DUBLIN — England’s preparations for the Rugby World Cup plunged into further chaos when Billy Vunipola was red-carded for a dangerous tackle in a 29-10 loss to top-ranked Ireland in a warmup match illuminated by an acrobatic late try by Keith Earls on Saturday. 8 in England’s World Cup squad, saw his yellow card upgraded to a red by the …

England rallies to beat Wales 19-17 despite Owen Farrell’s red card in Rugby World Cup warmup
1 year, 4 months ago

England rallies to beat Wales 19-17 despite Owen Farrell’s red card in Rugby World Cup warmup

Associated Press  

LONDON — England had captain Owen Farrell sent off and was reduced to 12 men at one point in the second half before rallying to beat Wales 19-17 in a Rugby World Cup warmup match at Twickenham on Saturday. A fourth straight loss and dropping to ninth in the world rankings beckoned, but the English rallied bravely and even with …

Wales v England player ratings: Marcus Smith outshone, Max Malins struggles
1 year, 5 months ago

Wales v England player ratings: Marcus Smith outshone, Max Malins struggles

The Telegraph  

England’s preparation for the Rugby World Cup got off to a rocky start as an experimental team were well beaten by Wales in Cardiff. Joe Cokanasiga - 5/10 Used in tight spaces and caused dents but was targeted with Wales’ kicking game and from a sharp line-out move. Dave Ribbans - 6/10 Could not hold a pass with England pressing, …

England beats Wales 5-0 in Hockey World Cup
1 year, 11 months ago

England beats Wales 5-0 in Hockey World Cup

The Hindu  

A clinical England thumped debutant Wales 5-0 in the opening World Cup match of Group D at the Birsa Munda International Stadium on Friday. AS IT HAPPENDED: ENGLAND VS WALES After the opening goal, England passed the ball quickly and found its players in space to progress higher up the field. The second half was another routine performance for England, …

FIFA World Cup: Marcus Rashford stars as England sink Wales to set up last-16 clash against Senegal
2 years, 1 month ago

FIFA World Cup: Marcus Rashford stars as England sink Wales to set up last-16 clash against Senegal

Firstpost  

Gareth Southgate’s side sealed first place in Group B thanks to key contributions from Rashford and Foden after they were restored to the team by the England boss. Al Rayyan: England booked a World Cup last-16 clash against Senegal as Marcus Rashford and Phil Foden inspired a 3-0 win against Wales that sent their neighbours crashing out of the tournament …

Gareth Bale happy to step up when Wales needed him with penalty in USA draw
2 years, 1 month ago

Gareth Bale happy to step up when Wales needed him with penalty in USA draw

The Independent  

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Gareth Bale hopes Wales have discovered World Cup momentum after late equaliser
2 years, 1 month ago

Gareth Bale hopes Wales have discovered World Cup momentum after late equaliser

The Independent  

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World Cup: Late penalty earns Wales 1-1 draw with the USA
2 years, 1 month ago

World Cup: Late penalty earns Wales 1-1 draw with the USA

Al Jazeera  

Two markedly different performances in each half resulted in a tense, nervy 1-1 draw. “We could have been braver in the first half,” Wales Coach Rob Page said after the game. “It was nothing against Daniel James, it just suited Kieffer to get us up the pitch,” Wales Manager Rob Page said after the game. “It wasn’t a good first …

England warm up for All Blacks showdown with comfortable win over Japan
2 years, 1 month ago

England warm up for All Blacks showdown with comfortable win over Japan

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England v New Zealand player ratings: Who shone and who let the side down in World Cup nail-biter
2 years, 1 month ago

England v New Zealand player ratings: Who shone and who let the side down in World Cup nail-biter

The Telegraph  

New Zealand retained the World Cup after snapping England's 30-match winning run in a thrilling final at Eden Park. 8 4 Zoe Aldcroft Blow to lose her so early in the first half given she was one of England’s top tacklers at the time with six, but ably replaced by Cath O’Donnell. 7 7 Marlie Packer The first big threat …

Leigh Halfpenny injury: Wales full-back a doubt against All Blacks
2 years, 2 months ago

Leigh Halfpenny injury: Wales full-back a doubt against All Blacks

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