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RFU chief takes ‘no pleasure’ in Eddie Jones’ World Cup failure with Australia

Bill Sweeney, the Rugby Football Union chief executive, said he took no pleasure in Eddie Jones’s plight with Australia

The Guardian - UK · Oct 9, 2023

Rugby World Cup: England face defining week with improvement needed to avoid Fiji repeat

Pool D winners must up their levels considerably in Marseille quarter-final after Samoa handed Steve Borthwick a major scare

Evening Standard · Oct 9, 2023

RFU’s reluctance to share England spoils with Samoa really rankles

Bill Sweeney’s comments show an unwillingness to give teams like the one they face on Saturday a hand on or off the field

The Guardian - UK · Oct 6, 2023

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Bill Sweeney’s ‘spectacular’ future of rugby claims hit wrong note for a sport in disarray

Supporters of the four professional clubs that no longer exist will be forgiven for choking on Bill Sweeney's claims that English rugby is "on the cusp of something quite spectacular".

Evening Standard · Oct 5, 2023

English rugby ‘on the cusp of something spectacular’ despite year of turmoil, claims RFU CEO Bill Sweeney

Under-fire Bill Sweeney suggested that brighter times are ahead for the sport despite a year that has seen the demise of four professional clubs and an under-performing men’s national team

The Independent UK · Oct 4, 2023

Henry Arundell to be available for England in Six Nations despite move to France

The former London Irish man is set to move to Racing 92 in Paris after the Rugby World Cup

The Independent UK · Oct 4, 2023

Bill Sweeney believes English rugby is ‘on cusp of something quite spectacular’

RFU council members sent a letter to the board raising concerns over the leadership of chief executive Sweeney and chair Tom Ilube.

The Independent UK · Oct 4, 2023

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Bill Sweeney vows ‘spectacular’ future for English rugby despite direct challenge to RFU leadership

Sweeney is confident he has overcome the direct challenge to his leadership launched on the eve of England’s Rugby World Cup opener against Argentina

Evening Standard · Oct 4, 2023

Bill Sweeney insists he is right man to lead RFU despite members’ rebellion

Bill Sweeney has insisted he is the right man to lead the Rugby Football Union despite the swirling chaos around Twickenham

The Guardian - UK · Oct 4, 2023

Danny Care hopes hybrid contracts can improve English rugby

Two-tier set-up would see the RFU funding a section of salaries for up to 20 players, giving England’s coaches more control

Evening Standard · Oct 3, 2023

RFU and Premiership clubs close to agreeing new hybrid England deals

England and the Gallagher Premiership clubs are closing to striking a deal on hybrid contracts to revamp how top Test players are managed.

Evening Standard · Oct 3, 2023

On This Day in 2011 – Two England coaches suspended over ball-switching saga

Kicking coach Dave Alred and fitness specialist Paul Stridgeon at the centre of the debacle.

The Independent UK · Sep 29, 2023

Jersey Reds set to be wound up as English rugby’s financial crisis grows

Championship winners ceased trading on Wednesday evening with the sport still reeling from the demise of three Premiership clubs last season

The Guardian - UK · Sep 28, 2023

English rugby in more strife as Championship winners cease trading

Last year’s second tier champions Jersey Reds look set to become the fourth club to fold in 12 months

The Independent UK · Sep 28, 2023

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The Independent UK · Sep 23, 2023

Swing Low Sweet Chariot meaning and lyrics: Is the England rugby song linked to slavery?

England rugby’s official anthem, which holds very different connotations either side of the Atlantic, continues to be sung by fans at Twickenham and abroad

Evening Standard · Sep 20, 2023

Dave Ribbans expects England duty to end after Rugby World Cup

Dave Ribbans expects the end of the Rugby World Cup to put a pause on his Test career with England.

The Independent UK · Sep 20, 2023

Toulon-bound David Ribbans accepts end of England road ‘for now’ after World Cup

The 28-year-old has signed a three-year deal with the Top 14 club, making him unavailable for England selection under RFU eligibility rules.

Evening Standard · Sep 18, 2023

RFU rebels determined to force change at top during Rugby World Cup

The RFU council members who have sparked a civil war felt a leadership challenge could not wait until after the World Cup.

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Evening Standard · Sep 16, 2023

Challenge to RFU leadership threatens to derail England’s Rugby World Cup campaign

Chief executive Sweeney and chairman Ilube have been accused of inadequate leadership

The Guardian - UK · Sep 16, 2023

Revolt against RFU leaders threatens England’s Rugby World Cup tilt

Thirty council members signed a letter accusing the RFU of inadequate leadership on the eve of England’s World Cup opener against Argentina

Evening Standard · Sep 14, 2023

Steve Borthwick secure in England job even if World Cup bid collapses

The RFU are eager to back the head coach and his assistant Kevin Sinfield for the long-term as Argentina win settles nerves

The Guardian - UK · Sep 13, 2023

Danny Cipriani: ‘I wasn’t a maverick. I was a decision maker’

Former England international talks to Donald McRae about conservatism stifling rugby union, grappling with grief and rediscovering his sense of self

Evening Standard · Sep 13, 2023

Tom Curry: Damage limitation pays off for England over Rugby World Cup ban

England adopted a damage limitation approach to Tom Curry's disciplinary hearing in a bid to have the Sale flanker available for a possible Rugby World Cup quarter-final.

The Independent UK · Sep 9, 2023

Kate makes flying visit to France for England’s opening match of Rugby World Cup

The Princess of Wales was greeted by RFU president Rob Briers, France 2023 chairman Jacques Rivoal and World Rugby’s Sir Bill Beaumont in Marseille.

The Guardian - UK · Sep 8, 2023

Borthwick to keep job even if England fail in Rugby World Cup pool stages

The RFU has supported the coach as they look to a ‘long-term rebuilding programme’ with Borthwick contracted until the 2027 World Cup

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