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Sinfield gave England players ‘a bit of a rocket’ to spark World Cup heroics

Two weeks with their defence coach has made all the difference for an England side that impressed against Argentina

The Guardian - UK · Sep 11, 2023

‘Ruining this World Cup’: TV presenter slams ‘grotesque’ refereeing as Wales beat Fiji

Matthew Carley’s refereeing came under scrutiny on an opening weekend of controversial decisions at the Rugby World Cup

The Independent UK · Sep 11, 2023

Kevin Sinfield expects to see ‘loads of improvement’ from England at World Cup

England claimed a 27-10 victory over Argentina in their World Cup opener despite Tom Curry’s third-minute dismissal.

The Independent UK · Sep 11, 2023

Old-school England turn a corner – now they must play even better

George Ford’s drop goals and a solid defensive display against Argentina needs to be the start of a red rose renaissance

The Guardian - UK · Sep 10, 2023

‘We can win World Cup’: Genge talks up England’s challenge after Argentina joy

The prop, who played in England’s 27-10 World Cup win over Argentina, said: ‘‘We have not cracked it but it’s a step in the right direction’

The Guardian - UK · Sep 10, 2023

Gregor Townsend frustrated by referee 'inconsistency' against South Africa

Townsend provided his reaction after Scotland lost 18-3 to South Africa in their opening Rugby World Cup.

The National (Scotland) · Sep 10, 2023

Gregor Townsend frustrated by inconsistency after Jesse Kriel tackle goes unpunished in South Africa win

The Scotland head coach felt Kriel’s early head-on-head collision with Jack Dempsey merited punishment

The Independent UK · Sep 10, 2023

Tom Curry: Date set for disciplinary hearing over Rugby World Cup red card

Tom Curry will discover his Rugby World Cup fate in a disciplinary hearing on Tuesday night following his red card against Argentina.

Evening Standard · Sep 10, 2023

Tom Curry to find out suspension fate for Argentina red card on Tuesday

The England flanker was sent off in the third minute after a dangerous challenge on Juan Cruz Mallia was upgraded from a sin-bin to a red card.

The Independent UK · Sep 10, 2023

George Ford had Danny Care in sights as he booted England to victory

Ford scored three drop goals and six penalties.

The Independent UK · Sep 10, 2023