# Rugby World Cup

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# super 8

Another blow for Samoa as Ireland's opponents lose Bordeaux back-rower

Afa Amosa is facing a long lay-off after sustaining a knee injury during his side’s victory over Russia.

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Sep 27th 2019, 3:57 PM

# The42 Members

Get bonus Rugby Weekly podcasts and join our exclusive World Cup WhatsApp group

Don’t miss out.

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Sep 27th 2019, 9:30 AM

# Disappointment

'We let ourselves down badly' - USA head coach slams performance in heavy England defeat

The Eagles shipped seven tries to Eddie Jones’s side in their World Cup clash.

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Sep 26th 2019, 6:51 PM

# Magnificent 7

Italy trounce Canada to make it back-to-back World Cup bonus-point wins

Conor O’Shea’s side ran in seven tries but the performance in Fukuoka was by no means perfect.

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Sep 26th 2019, 11:32 AM

# Centre of attention

Ireland's Chris Farrell reaping the rewards from his 'shot in the dark'

The Munster centre made his World Cup debut as a first-half substitute in Sunday’s victory over Scotland.

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Sep 25th 2019, 7:00 PM

# Upset

'The odds were 15/1 and they won!' - Uruguay revels in historic Rugby World Cup win

The South Americans pulled off the greatest upset in their history on Wednesday against Fiji.

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Sep 25th 2019, 6:26 PM

# Manu down

Throat injury rules Tonga's record points-scorer out of the rest of the World Cup

Kurt Morath injured his larynx after being caught in a tackle by England’s Manu Tuilagi on Sunday.

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Sep 24th 2019, 10:20 AM

# peaked early

Sensational opening weekend leaves World Cup free-wheeling towards knockout stage

There are only a handful of meaningful pool matches left, unless you believe that shocks are possible.

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Sep 23rd 2019, 9:45 PM

# First XV

Mo'unga and Murray pull the strings in The42's RWC Team of the Weekend

A brilliant weekend of rugby delivered no shortage of back-line options

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Sep 23rd 2019, 5:10 PM

# looking ahead

Eddie Jones ready for '15 Donald Trumps' when England face USA

The English side have just a four-day turnaround from their opening 35-3 win over Tonga.

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Sep 23rd 2019, 3:58 PM

# Onward

'Going to London on St Patrick's Day and winning the Grand Slam will probably never be repeated'

Rugby pundits remember an unforgettable moment in Irish sporting history.

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Sep 23rd 2019, 3:52 PM

# oh Captain my captain

'Those critics are always going to come' - Stander hails captain Best

The Ireland hooker inspired his side to victory against Scotland.

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Sep 22nd 2019, 10:04 PM

# Fergie Time

Jones defends England's sluggish start: 'The World Cup is not a 100-metre sprint'

Slow and steady, says Eddie.

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Sep 22nd 2019, 4:10 PM

# red rose

Late try seals bonus point for England in World Cup win over Tonga

Manu Tuilagi scored two tries for Eddie Jones’ side as they took maximum points from their opening game.

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Sep 22nd 2019, 1:22 PM

# Reaction

'Disappointed' O'Shea refuses to blame conditions for Italy's error-strewn opener

Six tries but plenty to improve on for the Italians following this morning’s win against Namibia.

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Sep 22nd 2019, 11:59 AM

# Up and Running

Ryan, Best and Furlong get Ireland off to an ideal start at the World Cup

Joe Schmidt’s side were in the driving seat against Scotland in this morning’s tournament opener in Yokohama.

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Sep 22nd 2019, 10:47 AM

AS IT HAPPENED

New Zealand v South Africa, Rugby World Cup

Settle in as the defending champions open their campaign against the Springboks in Yokohama.

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Sep 21st 2019, 10:15 AM

# Homelessness

'It's bringing people together': Ireland rugby matches being screened at specially organised breakfast events for people who are homeless

The Simon Community, together with Secret Street Tours, are organising the screenings.

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Sep 21st 2019, 8:30 AM

# Body count

Late call-ups increasingly important as physical toll of Rugby World Cup grows

From D’Arcy to Boss, Ireland have had no shortage of late arrivals into their World Cup squad.

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Sep 20th 2019, 2:00 PM

AS IT HAPPENED

Japan v Russia, Rugby World Cup

We went minute-by-minute for the World Cup opener from Tokyo.

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Sep 20th 2019, 10:39 AM

# Your Say

Poll: Will you watch the Rugby World Cup?

The tournament is kicking off in Japan today.

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Sep 20th 2019, 9:46 AM

# The Opposition

Townsend names experienced Scotland team for Yokohama showdown

Here is the starting XV that will take to the field against Ireland on Sunday.

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Sep 20th 2019, 9:35 AM

# RWC2019

Schmidt opts for continuity as he names first starting XV of World Cup

The Ireland head coach says Joey Carbery, Rob Kearney and Keith Earls are all close to being fit to play.

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Sep 20th 2019, 9:02 AM

# Well Briefed

'We're all well aware' - Conan insists Ireland camp fully understand betting rules

Wales assistant head coach Rob Howley was sent home from the World Cup for alleged betting offences.

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Sep 19th 2019, 12:48 PM

# RWC2019

'They're smart rugby players who can play at speed': McFarland warns that Scottish threat won't fade in the wet

The Ulster boss worked under Gregor Townsend with both Glasgow and Scotland.

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Sep 18th 2019, 6:13 PM

# Great Scot

Stuart Hogg believes Scotland are taking on Ireland at the right time

The sides will open their respective Rugby World Cup campaigns by squaring off in Yokohama on Sunday.

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Sep 18th 2019, 12:44 PM

# PREDICTION

Schmidt's semi-final dream will be 'step too far' for Ireland - Ward

The former international fears the team will suffer most in the line-out.

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Sep 16th 2019, 3:59 PM

# Explainer

Explainer: A tropical subject ... Could typhoons affect the upcoming Rugby World Cup?

The disruption caused in Tokyo on Monday by a typhoon has ignited questions about contingency planning.

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Sep 15th 2019, 7:30 AM

# concentrated energy

James Lowe: Moving to Ireland 'like jumping into the deep end, but we're swimming, man'

We chatted to the Leinster wing about his childhood hero worship of Joe Rokocoko, settling in so far from home and the ‘special humans’ Leinster have built their team around.

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Sep 14th 2019, 9:10 AM

# Midfield

'I thought the dream had gone' - Farrell earns World Cup spot with Ireland

The Munster midfielder will be competing with Garry Ringrose, Bundee Aki and Robbie Henshaw in Japan.

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Sep 13th 2019, 8:30 AM

# Say Cheese

In pics: Smiles all round as Irish squad departs for Rugby World Cup

Joe Schmidt’s side left for Japan today.

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Sep 11th 2019, 5:32 PM

# RWC2019

Heaslip, Ferris and Madigan join RTÉ's Rugby World Cup coverage

All of Ireland’s games from Japan will be live on RTÉ.

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Sep 11th 2019, 5:00 PM

# Onward

Success Down Under: Remembering Ireland's first Series win in Australia since 1979

Despite losing the first Test, the Six Nations champions defeated the Wallabies 2-1 in June 2018.

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Sep 10th 2019, 10:02 AM

# Typhoon Faxai

Eddie Jones' preparations interrupted as typhoon leaves England stranded at airport

Typhoon Faxai pummelled the Japanese capital Tokyo with record winds and torrential rain.

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Sep 9th 2019, 12:43 PM

# Flight for the Earls

Keith Earls declared fit to retain his place in Ireland's World Cup squad

There had been concern over the Munster winger, who hobbled off during Saturday’s win against Wales.

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Sep 9th 2019, 11:11 AM

# 14 days to go

A fitting send-off but Ireland hope for World Cup lift-off after Wales win

Joe Schmidt’s men will board the flight to Japan with renewed confidence.

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Sep 8th 2019, 12:00 PM

# Warm-up

Connacht beat Ireland's World Cup opponents Russia in final warm-up match

Daly, Leader, Murphy, Fitzgerald (2) and Boyle all got on the scoresheet.

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Sep 7th 2019, 8:36 PM

# Centre of attention

Marchant handed first England start despite exclusion from World Cup squad

The Harlequins centre’s selection raises doubts about the fitness of Jonathan Joseph and Henry Slade.

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Sep 4th 2019, 9:42 AM

# Save the Date

Join us for The42's Rugby World Cup Preview Night with James Lowe and Scott Fardy

We’re heading back to the Liberty Hall Theatre in Dublin on Wednesday 4 September.

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Sep 2nd 2019, 7:00 PM

# looking good

Huget heroics give France pre-World Cup boost

Italy captain Sergio Parisse made his 140th international appearance as his side were outclassed.

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Aug 31st 2019, 1:24 AM