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'Greatest rivalry in World Cup history': New Zealand to meet France in opener

France and New Zealand will run out before a sold-out Stade de France in the much-anticipated opening match of the Rugby World Cup in the Parisian suburb of Saint-Denis on September 8. The match is the eighth instalment in one of World Cup rugby’s fiercest rivalries.

France 24

Antoine Dupont has the answer to France pressure as face of Rugby World Cup

Fabien Galthie’s France are under immense pressure on home soil but, as Luke Baker writes, their captain is determined to deliver a first World Cup crown

The Independent UK

Rugby World Cup 2023: Guardian writers’ predictions

South Africa will be aiming to defend their title, France will fancy their chances on home soil and can Fiji upset the established order?

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Rugby World Cup 2023: Who are the favourites?

The Rugby World Cup kicks off in France on Friday with pundits pointing to a wide-open contest between four teams that are a cut above the rest. A skewed draw has placed all four sides – France, Ireland, New Zealand and South Africa – in the same half of the…

France 24

The wait is over - let the 2023 Rugby World Cup fun commence

This will be the tenth edition of the Cup and for the first time, the finals will be entirely hosted by France.

The National (Scotland)

Key numbers for the 2023 Rugby World Cup in France

France hosts its second Rugby World Cup from September 8 to October 28, with 20 teams vying for the coveted Webb Ellis Cup as the sport celebrates its 200th anniversary. FRANCE 24 takes a look at the tournament in numbers.

France 24

Rugby World Cup 2023: Pool A guide

France v New Zealand looks like a mouthwatering tournament opener. Both sides should progress comfortably with Italy looking the strongest of the rest

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Host France breezes past Australia in warm-up rugby match

Rugby World Cup hosts France eased past Australia 41-17 at the Stade de France in Paris on Sunday, in the final warm-up game before the tournament opens on 8 September.

Radio France Internationale

Wallabies outclassed again as restless fans wait for things to click

Eddie Jones maintains loss to France doesn’t mean anything for Rugby World Cup but noble defeat is becoming a habit for this team

The Guardian - AU

Youthful Wallabies must find belief if not victory in warmup Test with France

If Eddie Jones’s young team can challenge the World Cup hosts, Australian rugby may just get the ‘historic reset’ it needs

The Guardian - AU

FIBA Basketball World Cup live stream 2023: How to watch every game for free from anywhere

We've got everything you need to watch FIBA Basketball World Cup 2023 live streams from anywhere, for free. Les Bleus look like the team to beat in the Philippines, Japan and Indonesia.

Tom’s Guide

Hosts France name Rugby World Cup squad stripped of injured star Ntamack

France coach Fabien Galthié named his final 33-man squad for the Rugby World Cup on Monday, gambling on the fitness of several key players after the home side’s talismanic fly-half Romain Ntamack was ruled out by injury.

France 24

Gregor Townsend adamant Scotland are a match for anyone ahead of Rugby World Cup

The Scots ran France close in the stifling Saint-Etienne heat

The Independent UK

Late Thomas Ramos penalty earns France victory over battling Scotland

Gregor Townsend’s side trailed 27-10 going into the final quarter.

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The Independent UK

Jamie Ritchie ready to lead Scotland in Saint-Etienne showdown with France

The captain sat out the previous two warm-up matches at home to Italy and Les Bleus

The Independent UK

Finn Russell expects different challenge from full-strength France next week

A second-string Les Bleus side were ripped apart by a rampant Scotland in the second half of Saturday’s World Cup warm-up match at Murrayfield.

The Independent UK

Scotland produce stirring comeback to lay down World Cup marker against France

Scotland 25-21 France: Les Bleus had romped into a 21-3 half-time lead before Scotland hit back to win

The Independent UK

Scotland produce stirring second-half comeback to beat France at Murrayfield

France had romped into a 21-3 half-time lead.

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The National (Scotland)

Gregor Townsend's enjoyable Scotland selection headache ahead of Rugby World Cup

Scotland defeated Italy at the weekend with an experimental squad at Murrayfield.

Sports Illustrated

France Stuns Brazil With Late Winner to Move Atop Group F

Veterans Eugenie Le Sommer and Wendie Renard led Les Bleus to a thrilling 2–1 victory over Brazil, the team’s first win of the 2023 Women’s World Cup.

Sports Illustrated

Ten Players With Breakout Potential at the Women’s World Cup

As many teams have to navigate injuries to key players, veterans and rookies alike will look to step up on the biggest stage.

Sports Illustrated

2023 Women's World Cup Group F Preview: France Takes on a Legend

France will look to avenge a disappointing quarterfinals exit as hosts in 2019, but will get a good test from Brazil and Marta, who is competing in her sixth World Cup.

Sports Illustrated

Five Teams That Could Challenge the USWNT at the World Cup

While the U.S. aims for a three-peat, it will take on the largest field ever in a Women’s World Cup. And the competition will be fierce.

Football London

Wesley Fofana breaks silence on Christopher Nkunku Chelsea transfer after Mauricio Pochettino call

Chelsea transfer news: The Blues' stars for next season are already linking up together on international duty.

Wales Online

All Blacks haka confronted like never before to become rugby's most-watched video

The 113KG second row was the personification of 'intimidation'

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