#World Cup
James O'Connor wanted behavioural clauses in Rugby Australia deal
The 29-year-old is set for a first Wallabies appearance in six years.
Mathieu Bastareaud has a new club
The discarded French centre has joined Lyon until the end of the World Cup.
Byrne and Doyle add to Ireland's medal tally at World Cup in Rotterdam
The men’s pair were just one second behind their Swiss counterparts to finish second in their A Final on Sunday.
Gaelic football fuelling Northern Ireland's Netball World Cup bid across the water
Half of the 12-strong squad captained by Armagh star Caroline O’Hanlon have played for their respective counties at the top level.
New feature-length film about Jack Charlton to mark 30 years since Italia '90
Former Ireland captain Andy Townsend is an executive producer on the film, which will be released in 2020.
Munster hooker Mike Sherry announces retirement from rugby
The 31-year-old cited injury and a lack of contract offers as the reasons behind his decision.
Phil Neville: 'I never played to that level she plays at - she's the best player in the world'
England and Lyon defender Lucy Bronze was incredible in the Lionesses’ World Cup quarter-final win against Norway.
'We've been waiting our whole lives for a game like this' - US star Heath on France showdown
The USWNT are preparing for a World Cup quarter-final that may be one of the most anticipated women’s matches of all time.
'That'll stay with me for a long time' - Canada star on penalty miss heartache
Many people would have expected Christine Sinclair to take it, but Janine Beckie stepped up instead.
Bayern Munich star on target as Netherlands maintain 100% World Cup record
The Dutch advance to the knockout stages on nine points, after 22-year-old forward Lineth Beerensteyn hit the winner.
A definitive ranking of the 10 best jerseys at USA 94
Once again, Adidas were the dominant player in the market for the 15th Fifa World Cup.
Memory lane: The Panini sticker collection of Ireland's '94 World Cup squad
Try not to weep with the intense nostalgia coming your way.
Where are they now? Ireland's USA '94 World Cup squad
How many of Ireland’s 22-man squad can you remember and what are they doing now?
China edge out South Africa as Germany qualify for World Cup last 16
Li Ying scored the only goal of the game in Paris.
VAR controversy as stunning comeback sees Australia edge Brazil in 5-goal thriller
The South American side surrendered a two-goal lead.
Comical own goal helps Nigeria overcome South Korea in World Cup
It was a day to forget for Kim Do-yeon.
Cristiane hits hat-trick as Brazil ease past Jamaica in World Cup opener
The 34-year-old becomes the oldest player to score a hat-trick in a World Cup.
Phil Neville eyeing World Cup success to make amends for 'unfinished business' with England
Neville’s England side kick off their World Cup campaign against Scotland tomorrow.
'The biggest thing with women's sport is if you show it to them, they're going to go, 'Alright, it actually is good''
Jacqui Hurley is gearing up to be front-and-centre of the Women’s World Cup coverage on these shores.
Why exactly is the best female footballer in the world not playing at the World Cup?
Norway’s Ballon d’Or winner Ada Hegerberg is refusing to play.
Check out the highlights from Ireland's brilliant win in U20 World Cup opener against England
Ireland ran in six tries en route to a 42-26 victory against England.
‘They weren't expecting a female referee. They said, 'Hello, Michael!’ I was like, no, my name's Michelle’
Michelle O’Neill became the first Irish woman to referee at a World Cup four years ago. This month in France she will officiate at her second finals.
Ruck-hitting, hard-scrummaging Kleyn comes into the mix for Ireland
The South African native will be eligible in time for the World Cup warm-up games.
Schmidt sets World Cup ball rolling with exciting 44-man training squad
Jean Kleyn will qualify for Ireland before the World Cup warm-up games begin.
Uncapped Kleyn and Haley included in Ireland's World Cup training squad
Dave Kearney is among those called back into the national squad by Joe Schmidt.
Pocock calls an end to his time with Brumbies and chases World Cup fitness
The Wallabies back row is struggling with a calf issue and his club have been unable to put a time frame on his return.
'He’s a ledge' - O'Brien's time in Ireland comes to a cruel end
The 32-year-old back row was ruled out of the World Cup due to a hip injury.
Japan on Sexton's mind with Schmidt set to name wider World Cup squad
The Leinster out-half will move back into Ireland mode after leaving Leinster in a happy place.
World Cup worry for England as Vunipola ruled out for at least three months
The 28-year-old loosehead picked up a hamstring injury against Leinster last weekend.
Dylan Hartley on verge of return, but won't be rushed by Northampton
The England hooker has not played since December with a knee complaint.
Phil Neville's England World Cup squad revealed in unique announcement series
Steph Houghton will lead the Lionesses to France, with famous faces announcing the 23 on social media this morning.
Louth native set to face Ireland after being named in Australia U20 squad
Michael McDonald helped his team to beat New Zealand last weekend.
Scotland, Ireland's first World Cup opponents, name 42-man training squad
Gregor Townsend has omitted Richie Gray but he could still come into the mix.
IRFU's Brace named in 23-man match officials squad for World Cup
Nigel Owens and Wayne Barnes will referee at their fourth consecutive World Cups.
'It's great because you're on an even par with the males when you're playing'
Tania Rosser is part of the Ireland ‘Mixed 30s’ team heading to the Touch World Cup in Malaysia.
Pele 'doing well' after treatment in Paris hospital
The 78-year-old was receiving antibiotics prior to the long flight back to his home country.
Brazil legend Pele undergoes treatment after being taken to hospital in Paris
The 78-year-old was being treated for ‘a light fever’ prior to the long flight back to his home country.
German FA president resigns over payment and gift scandals
Reinhard Grindel apologised for accepting a €6,000 watch from Hryhoriy Surkis, a UEFA vice-president and honorary president of the Ukrainian football federation.
Spain legend Xavi says 48-team World Cup in Qatar 'will not be good'
‘It’s good for football to have 32. That’s more than enough,’ he added.
'I could have done a lot better this season'
Tottenham star Kieran Trippier admits he’s stumbled after the World Cup.
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