Rugby
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The Rugby World Cup Is about to Open in France. Here’s What to Know about the Sport and Its History
The Rugby World Cup gets underway in France on Friday and will feature 20 countries from five contin...
September 8, 2023
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Rugby World Cup: Japan Rugby Team to Don Jerseys Made from Recycled Fans’ Uniforms
>When Japan’s players take the field at the Rugby World Cup in France, the spirit of their fans back...
September 7, 2023
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France and All Blacks under Immense Pressure before Rugby World Cup Opening Night Showdown
It is debatable who is under the most pressure between France and New Zealand on Friday in their mon...
September 7, 2023
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Rugby World Cup: Galthié Urges Existential Approach by France against New Zealand on Opening Night
France — or Jedi? — coach Fabien Galthié got existential about his and his team's approach to facing...
September 7, 2023
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Rugby World Cup: King Charles III’s Visit to France Will Include a State Dinner at Versailles and a Stop in Bordeaux
LONDON (AP) — King Charles III will travel to France later this month for a state visit that was pos...
September 7, 2023
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Rugby World Cup: France Boosts Security at Rugby World Cup. the Hosts Don’t Want Another Failure before Olympics
With no room for mistakes ahead of next year's Paris Olympics, French authorities pledged Wednesday ...
September 7, 2023
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Japan Face Uphill Struggle to Reach World Cup Knockout Stages
TOKYO - Japan will be hoping for a turnaround in fortunes in France after a lacklustre run of World ...
September 6, 2023
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The year of the North? Ireland and France threaten southern hemisphere hold on the Rugby World Cup
PARIS (AP) — There's a good chance — two very good chances, actually — that the 2023 Rugby World Cup...
September 6, 2023
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The Leading Storylines Ahead of the Rugby World Cup in France. The Big Kickoff Is on Friday
France may never have a better chance to win a Rugby World Cup. The same for Ireland. New Zealand an...
September 6, 2023
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Australia Ready to Match Powerful Georgian Forward Game
Sept 4 (Reuters) - Australia are not thinking about their five-match losing streak as they head into...
September 6, 2023
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Rugby-Tearful Chalureau Denies Racism as France Gear Up for All Blacks Clash
RUEIL MALMAISON, France, Sept 4 (Reuters) - French lock Bastien Chalureau insisted on Monday he is n...
September 5, 2023
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Rugby World Cup Teams Gather across France Ahead of Tournament’s Start This Week
PARIS (AP) — The All Blacks perform the haka at a cemetery in northern France as a tribute to soldie...
September 5, 2023
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A Capsule Look at All 20 Rugby World Cup Teams in France
Captain: Antoine Dupont. Regarded as the best player in the world, for which he has been well reward...
September 5, 2023
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‘Ferrari’ Matsushima Looking to Drive Japan’s Challenge
TOKYO (AFP-Jiji) — Kotaro Matsushima is the “Ferrari” who helped drive Japan to the 2019 Rugby World...
September 3, 2023
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Japan’s Rugby Team Arrives in France ahead of World Cup
TOULOUSE, France — Japan’s national team has arrived at its training base in Toulouse, France, ahead...
September 3, 2023
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