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Thursday 28 September 2023 Dublin: 15°C

# World Cup

Yesterday
27th September 2023
Namibia's 26-game wait for World Cup win goes on
The African side had led Uruguay 20-12 at half-time.
This week
24th September 2023 - 28th September 2023
Ireland's three-day World Cup holiday comes at perfect time
Andy Farrell’s squad have broken up from camp but must remain in France.
Wales crush Australia to reach World Cup quarter-finals
Warren Gatland’s team were comfortable winners on a deflating night for the Wallabies.
Last week
17th September 2023 - 23rd September 2023
'The results and performances that we got were in spite of Vera being our coach'
Diane Caldwell has hit out at the management of Pauw following her departure.
Rhys McClenaghan wins silver medal at World Cup in Paris
McClenaghan finished behind Olympic champion Max Whitlock.
This month
September 2023
Poll: What do you think the result will be as Ireland face Tonga?
Kick off in Nantes tomorrow is 8pm Irish time.
Conan's CV highlights why Ireland have been holding out hope
The 31-year-old back row remains on the comeback trail at the World Cup.
Wales coach Gatland rings changes for Portugal
The Pool C match takes place in Nice.
Rugby nations to decide on World Cup anthems after choir outcry
Former Italy winger Mirco Bergamasco and ex-England fly-half Andy Goode were among those to voice concerns.
Proud, family-first Tonga have quietly been plotting to upset Ireland
The ‘Ikale Tahi have set up camp in the prosperous western suburbs of Paris.
'He’s been an awesome grandad' - Lowe's father flies in for the World Cup
The Ireland wing wants his side to build on a fine start against Romania.
Farrell expected to rotate for Tonga but Sexton wants to go again
The 38-year-old has a maximum of six games left in his professional career.
Ireland should put Romania to the sword in scorching Bordeaux sun
A strong Irish selection should have far too much quality for the Oaks.
'Now that we are world number one, we've a big target on our back'
Peter O’Mahony is closing in on 100 caps for Ireland.
Messi winner gets Argentina under way in World Cup qualifying
On Friday, five-times World Cup winners Brazil face Bolivia while Uruguay host Chile.
How far will Ireland go? Best pool game? The Rugby World Cup key questions
The42 writers look ahead to the tournament.
20 players to watch out for in the Rugby World Cup
We’ve picked one player from each of the teams in France.
VDF's presentation, POC's words, and openside traits drive Doris
The 25-year-old Ireland back row believes he can get better at everything in his game.
McCarthy set to start in strong Ireland team against Romania
Andy Farrell is expected to go with most of his front-liners in Bordeaux on Saturday.
Moefana replaces Danty for France's Rugby World Cup opener
Meanwhile, Anton Lienert-Brown will replace the injured Jordie Barrett at centre for New Zealand.
Plenty of police presence and big crowds but Ireland can't be 'sidetracked'
The World Cup is different to any other competition in rugby. Hugo Keenan is staying focused.
'It gives you a bit of confidence that I can play well at this level'
Ireland’s Josh van der Flier is the reigning World Rugby players of the year.
Spanish football federation fires controversial women's coach Vilda
Vilda was in charge when Spain beat England in the World Cup final last month.
Spanish football federation fires controversial women's coach Vilda
Vilda was in charge when Spain beat England in the World Cup final last month.
'I am not a racist' - France lock Bastien Chalureau denies racist remarks
The Montpellier second row shed tears as he addressed the media.
The Leinster lock with Munster roots ready to make a dent for Ireland
22-year-old Joe McCarthy could have a big impact in the second row for Ireland.
Owen Farrell says high tackle that led to World Cup suspension ‘a mistake’
Farrell initially had his red card downgraded to a yellow, only for World Rugby to appeal against the decision, which was upheld.
Ireland have a happy, confident camp but World Cup is a different beast
Andy Farrell has played a blinder up until this point. Now even more pressure comes on.
Last month
August 2023
England are in a sorry state. They're worse now than under Jones
Steve Borthwick’s side will have a challenge to get out of their World Cup pool.
How did Ireland's World Cup opponents do in their warm-ups?
Ireland will have been watching Romania, Tonga, South Africa, and Scotland closely.
'Confidence is really high' - Murray and Ireland set sights on World Cup
34-year-old Conor Murray is heading into his fourth World Cup.
Spanish football federation asks president to resign after sex assault probe for kissing player
Rubiales was provisionally suspended by FIFA on Saturday and is being investigated for sexual assault.
Good riddance to warm-ups, bring on the World Cup. Ireland are contenders
There was surely nothing in Andy Farrell’s squad selection to make the blood boil.
'He's devastated, as we are for him' - Ireland gutted for Healy
The experienced loosehead has been ruled out of the World Cup due to injury.
'We’ll know soon enough' - Healy to have scan back in Dublin
The loosehead prop is a worry for the World Cup after suffering injury against Samoa.
Prendergast, McCloskey, or a selection surprise for Ireland?
Head coach Andy Farrell will confirm his final 33-man selection on Monday.
England wing Anthony Watson ruled out of World Cup
The player sustained the damage in Saturday’s 29-10 rout by Ireland.
Ireland v Canada World Cup match was most watched women's team sport event in Irish TV history
The match, which was broadcast on RTÉ 2, had an average of 551,000 viewers.
Ireland v Canada World Cup match was most watched women's team sport event in Irish TV history
The match, which was broadcast on RTÉ 2, had an average of 551,000 viewers.
England to learn fate as Vunipola's hearing also set for Tuesday
Owen Farrell’s appeal hearing will take place tomorrow too.