World Cup 2026 Draw: Date, Time and Qualified Teams
The 2026 World Cup draw on 5 December will set the stage for the historic 48-team tournament. Discover the format, qualified nations, and how to follow the action.
The 2026 World Cup draw on 5 December will set the stage for the historic 48-team tournament. Discover the format, qualified nations, and how to follow the action.
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England head coach Steve Borthwick defends his surprising team selection ahead of crucial Fiji clash, making tactical changes that have sparked debate among rugby pundits.
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Gregor Townsend's Scotland side delivered a brutal exhibition of power rugby, running in thirteen tries against a helpless USA team in a one-sided World Cup warm-up match that exposed the gulf in class.
Australia's rugby revolution continues as the Wallabies rediscover their attacking flair, with players declaring their free-running style makes them a threat to any team in world rugby.
Welsh rugby is set for its biggest structural change in decades as financial pressures force the elimination of one of its four professional regions, reshaping the nation's sporting landscape.
England's double World Cup winner and national treasure Emily Scarratt has officially announced her retirement from rugby union, closing a remarkable 15-year international career that saw her become one of the sport's most decorated players.
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England's inspirational rugby captain Zoe Aldcroft announces her international retirement following the Red Roses' triumphant World Cup campaign, reflecting on her stellar career and future plans.
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England international Henry Slade unveils groundbreaking R360 rugby training equipment designed to transform player skills and performance at all levels of the game.
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Red Roses superstar Emily Scarratt delivers bombshell announcement about her international future, sending shockwaves through women's rugby ahead of crucial World Cup cycle.
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Northampton Saints fly-half Fin Smith turns down lucrative overseas offers to commit his future to English rugby, setting his sights on leading England to World Cup glory in 2027.
Gregor Townsend reveals his comprehensive plan to revitalise Scottish rugby following their disappointing World Cup campaign, with fresh talent and tactical innovations set to transform the national team.
Donald Trump makes unprecedented move to secure premium 2026 World Cup tickets amid ongoing criminal cases, raising questions about FIFA's allocation process and political influence in football.
England's women's rugby team makes history with unprecedented third consecutive World Cup victory, overcoming fierce challenge from France in dramatic final showdown.
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The 2025 Women's Rugby World Cup final at Twickenham sees unprecedented demand as ticket sales triple, shattering records and highlighting the sport's explosive growth ahead of the England vs Canada clash.
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England's women's rugby team secures a dramatic 33-12 quarter-final win against France in Auckland, setting up a semi-final clash with either Canada or USA. Relive the key moments and tries from this epic encounter.
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