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World Rugby to reject plate competition for emerging nations at World Cups

World Rugby is set to reject the idea of emerging nations competing in a ‘plate’ competition running alongside the main event at future World Cups

The Guardian - UK

Jamie George and Maro Itoje lead calls for England to tour Samoa ahead of Rugby World Cup clash

Revamped rugby calendar could give opportunity for trips to Pacfic Islands

Evening Standard

'I'm used to it now...it's been three World Cups': Yuzvendra Chahal on exclusion from India squad

NEW DELHI: Indian leg-spinner Yuzvendra Chahal has shed light on his recent exclusion from India's squad for the upcoming 2023 Men's ODI World Cup, expressing his understanding of the situation and his determination to focus on the longer format of the game, Test cricket.

The Times of India

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Gender equality: Are we there yet?

Three exciting world cups on New Zealand soil have boosted coverage of women's sport stratospherically – and women are now far more visible in public life. When can we say these 'firsts' are normal?

Newsroom.co.nz

Imagine the joy if Praggnanandhaa wins when Chandrayaan lands on moon: Viswanathan Anand

NEW DELHI: Rameshbabu Praggnanandhaa's sensational run to the final of the Chess World Cup has drawn praise from several quarters, including legends like Viswanathan Anand and Garry Kasparov. Anand, who had won the first two World Cups in 2000 and 2002, was effusive in his praise for Praggnanandhaa and the…

The Times of India

Three World Cups and a final champion

As Spain defeats England 1-nil to triumph at the FIFA Women's World Cup, Sarah Cowley Ross marvels at the tournament's success and the privilege of hosting three World Cups in this country.

Newsroom.co.nz

Top captains to lead India in the ODI World Cup

NEW DELHI: India's ODI World Cup campaigns have been steered by exceptional captains. Kapil Dev led India to its maiden triumph in 1983, etching his name in history. Mohammad Azharuddin led India in three ODI World Cups. Sourav Ganguly's strategic leadership and aggressive approach guided India to the 2003 final.…

The Times of India

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How rabid capitalism helped sink USA’s Women’s World Cup campaign

Families often have to pay thousands of dollars to help their kids reach the elite level of youth soccer. No wonder participation is dwindling

The Guardian - US

New Zealand pacer Trent Boult keen to lift World Cup after misses in 2015, 2019

NEW DELHI: Trent Boult experienced the agony of being a member of the New Zealand teams who placed second in back-to-back World Cups in 2015 and 2019, and the pacer does not want another opportunity to pass up later this year in India.

The Times of India

Rohit Sharma hopeful of winning ODI World Cup 2023 at home

NEW DELHI: India captain Rohit Sharma will rely on the "massive" home support his squad receives to win the ODI World Cup. India last won the ODI World Cup in 2011 at home, when MS Dhoni and company hoisted the cherished trophy.

The Times of India

Struggling USA out for World Cup reset against familiar foes Sweden

Sweden and the USA have met in six of the past eight World Cups, but never previously in the knockout rounds. That changes on Sunday in Melbourne

The Guardian - US

From coal mine to gold mine: Kieran Govers brings golden touch to Malaysia

Kieran Govers’ full-time job requires him to spend long hours under the ground. He is a shift superintendent with a coal-mining company in New South Wales. Above the ground, though, Govers knows a thing or two about mining gold. Govers made 126 appearances for the Australia men’s hockey team. He…

The Hindu

Ria Percival: 'We have to get out of the group'

The Football Ferns have only once got out of their group stage at World Cups and Olympic Games and they're determined to do it again Sunday night in front of family and home fans.

Newsroom.co.nz

An exploratory opening win shows the USA women are still a work in progress

Opening matches at World Cups are often a practice in figuring out what works. The USWNT’s 3-0 win over Vietnam to launch their three-peat bid shows they’re not yet a finished product

The Guardian - US

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Ten players to watch at the 2023 women’s World Cup

World Cups are made for stars, and stars often are made by World Cups. The 2023 edition of the biggest tournament in women’s soccer will be no different. And it will surely produce several new household names.

The Independent UK

Are the United States still the team to beat at the Women’s World Cup?

Group E preview: The defending champions are trying to become the first team in history to win three World Cups in a row, but has Europe caught up?

The Independent UK

The inspiration behind Australia’s shot at home World Cup glory

Group B preview: The co-hosts Australia are joined in the ‘group of death’ by Canada, Nigeria and the Republic of Ireland

WEKU

U.S. soccer star Megan Rapinoe will retire at the end of the season

Megan Rapinoe will end her career having won at least two World Cups and one Olympic gold medal and having been awarded a Presidential Medal of Freedom.

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The National (Scotland)

'It comes from the gut'- we chat to one of Scotland's best-known commentators

He has commentated on some of football’s most stellar occasions, guiding viewers through games from World Cups to European Finals.

Daily Mirror

USWNT rocked ahead World Cup squad announced by huge injury blow

As the USWNT were set to announce their squad for the 2023 World Cup they were hit with the news that their captain and longstanding will not be present due to injury

The National (Scotland)

Scotland well prepared for World Cup challenge as Chris Sole seeks to emulate father

CHRIS SOLE has been to the same amount of World Cups as his dad but their experiences could hardly be more disparate.

The Independent UK

Equal prize money at men’s and women’s World Cups is a must, says FIFPRO

Gianni Infantino said equal prize money at the 2026 and 2027 tournaments was his ambition at the FIFA Congress in March.

Wales Online

Jiffy in touching tribute after colleague's death announced by Gary Lineker during FA Cup final

Mat Wayne worked at several Olympic Games and World Cups during a 25-year career

The Hindu

Antonio Carbajal, Mexico keeper in 5 World Cups, dead at 93

Antonio Carbajal, the Mexican goalkeeper who became the first player to appear in five World Cups, died at 93 on May 9.

The Independent UK

Thanks for the memories – Jo Harten calls time on England career

After making her debut in 2007, the 34-year-old won 117 caps overall for the Roses and represented the team in four World Cups.

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