World Rugby launches its Women in Match Officiating Webinar Series, a new initiative designed to inspire more women and girls to take up refereeing and support rugby organisations worldwide in strengthening their recruitment and retention strategies. The first webinar, Recruitment of Female Match ...
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New trophies unveiled as World Rugby Nations Cup approaches thrilling conclusion
World Rugby has unveiled the new Nations Cup trophies as the inaugural competition prepares for a thrilling conclusion across Europe and Hong Kong on 20-21 November. ...
USA edge thriller against Hong Kong China in dramatic finale to fourth round of World Rugby Nations Cup
USA joined Georgia, Portugal, Spain, Samoa and Tonga in registering fourth-round victories of World Rugby Nations Cup. ...
Record low for Romania as Nations Cup shakes up World Rugby Men’s Rankings
While the top 15 teams in the World Rugby Men's Rankings remain in the same order, the teams below have been given a major shake-up after the fourth round of the World Rugby Nations Cup. While the top 15 teams in the World Rugby Men's Rankings remain in the same order, the teams below have been ...
Emirates Match Officials Announced for Historic Sevens Trophy in Jordan
Asia Rugby has announced the Emirates Match Officials for the Asia Rugby Emirates Sevens Trophy – West & Central 2026, taking place at Ayla Oasis in Aqaba, Jordan, on 6–7 November. Eleven referees representing eight Member Unions have been appointed, reflecting Asia Rugby's commitment to ...
World Rugby Nations Cup 2026 set to resume with USA and Georgia leading the way
The second phase of the World Rugby Nations Cup 2026 will take place across Europe and in Hong Kong from 6-21 November as the tournament reaches a climax and the two champions are crowned. ...
Agreement reached to ensure the continued growth and development of rugby in Samoa
World Rugby, the Government of Samoa, Lakapi Samoa and the Samoa National Olympic Committee have agreed a process to ensure Samoa and its players continue competing at the sport’s highest levels during a governance review. ...
LA28 unveils “Stars Align” as official slogan of 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games
“Stars Align” has been revealed as the official slogan of the LA28 Olympic and Paralympic Games. It captures the moment when years of dedication converge in Los Angeles – with athletes competing on the world stage, partners and volunteers helping make it possible, and fans everywhere experiencing ...
HSBC SVNS 3 returns to Dubai for a bumper weekend of rugby sevens
HSBC SVNS 3 will return to Dubai on 27-28 November 2026, taking place alongside the opening round of the HSBC SVNS Series 2027 28 international men's and women's teams will compete across both tournaments at The Sevens Stadium HSBC SVNS 3 provides an important pathway for teams to progress to ...
Emirates Match Official appointments confirmed for World Rugby Nations Cup 2026 climax in November
The Emirates Match Official appointments have been made for the World Rugby Nations Cup 2026 matches in November as well as five representative games in October and November. ...