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Clinical All Blacks thrash Argentina to book RWC Final place

New Zealand turned on the style to produce a dominant 44-6 victory over Argentina in the first semi-final of the 2023 Rugby World Cup. The All Blacks crossed for a whopping seven tries and conceded none at the other end, booking their World Cup Final place at a canter as Los Pumas wilted at the Stade de France.

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Argentina vs. New Zealand time, TV channel, lineups, betting odds for RWC semifinal

The 2023 Rugby World Cup is on the home straight, and the first of two semi-finals pits Los Pumas of Argentina against the mighty New Zealand All Blacks. Both sides snuck home by narrow margins in the quarterfinals and are now just 80 minutes away from a shot at lifting the Webb Ellis Cup.

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New Zealand defeat Ireland to reach Rugby World Cup semi-finals in thriller

Ireland's World Cup quarter-final curse will continue into a 40th year, after the world No.1 team was beaten 28-24 by New Zealand in one of the best games of rugby you're ever likely to see.

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Ireland vs New Zealand time, TV channel, lineups, betting odds

Ireland and New Zealand face off for a place in the semi-finals of the 2023 Rugby World Cup. Andy Farrell's Pool B winners have defeated the All Blacks in their last two meetings, and it's now or never if they're to overcome their quarter-final hoodoo and the three-time champions at the Stade de France.

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Ireland's international rugby results in 2023

The world's number one-ranked side and recent winners of a Six Nations Grand Slam, Andy Farrell's Ireland side turn their attention towards the 2023 Rugby World Cup with one goal in mind: win the tournament for the first time in the Emerald Isle's history.

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Scotland international rugby results in 2023

After positive results in both the Six Nations and summer internationals, Gregor Townsend's scintillating Scotland side fell short at the World Cup in France.

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Wales international rugby results in 2023

Warren Gatland is back in the Welsh fold as head coach, tasked with mounting a charge for the 2023 Rugby World Cup, despite a disappointing run of results of late.

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Wallabies player ratings against Portugal

Australia recovered from two back-to-back losses to secure a 34-14 bonus-point victory over Portugal in their final pool stage match at the Rugby World Cup. Having completed their campaign in Pool C, the Wallabies are now dependent on results from elsewhere to confirm whether or not they'll make the quarterfinals.

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New Zealand sweep Italy aside in 96-point demolition

Billed as a close-run encounter prior to kick-off, New Zealand instead made light work of Italy in Lyon, running in a whopping 14 tries to rack up an emphatic 96-17 victory in a crucial Rugby World Cup pool stage match.

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Wallabies player ratings vs. Wales

Australia were out-thought, out-fought and out-matched by Wales in Lyon, conceding three tries and six penalty goals in a 40-6 humiliation. Two first-half penalties was as good as it got for Eddie Jones' side, who could be out of the Rugby World Cup by the time they next take the field.

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Wallabies player ratings vs. Fiji

The Wallabies were defeated by Fiji for the first time in almost seven decades, losing 22-15 in a thriller which leaves Pool C of the 2023 Rugby World Cup wide open.

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Fiji defeat Australia to create Rugby World Cup history

Fiji produced their first victory over Australia in almost 70 years, executing a near-perfect game plan to edge the Wallabies by seven points in a tightly-fought contest that finishes 22-15 to the Pacific Islands.

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Australia vs. Fiji time, TV channel, live stream, lineups, betting odds

Australia continue their 2023 Rugby World Cup campaign against the highest-ranked side in Pool C, Fiji. The Wallabies defeated Georgia 35-15 in their tournament opener, while Fiji were edged 32-26 by Wales in a thriller.

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11-try All Blacks run riot in Toulouse

After losing the first Rugby World Cup pool stage match in their history, New Zealand responded with aplomb against Namibia, crossing for 11 tries in Toulouse and conceding none at the other end to rack up a comprehensive 71-3 victory over the Welwitschias.

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Ford fires England to victory in Rugby World Cup opener

England had George Ford to thank as they beat Argentina convincingly in their first match at Rugby World Cup 2023. The fly-half kicked all 27 points for Steve Borthwick's side, who punished a disappointing Pumas outfit to secure victory in their must-win tournament opener.

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Wallabies player ratings in win over Georgia

Australia got their 2023 Rugby World Cup campaign up and running with a 35-15 victory over Georgia. The Wallabies crossed for five tries in total, with several players impressing ahead of three more matches in the hotly-contested Pool C.

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Ireland rout Romania in one-sided World Cup opener

Ireland ran in a total of 12 tries to get their 2023 World Cup tilt off to the best possible start, defeating Romania 82-8 in a match which showed Andy Farrell's green machine at their devastating best.

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England vs Argentina time, TV channel, live stream, lineups, betting odds

Pool D kicks off with a clash between two sides whose form has been so-so coming into this Rugby World Cup. England and Argentina have hit highs and lows aplenty in the past four years, but victory here would be the perfect way for either side to begin a charge to World Cup glory.

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Ireland vs. Romania time, TV channel, live stream, lineups, betting odds

The world's current number one side Ireland get their Rugby World Cup campaign underway against Romania, in the first of what's going to be four gruelling matches in 2023's 'group of death', Pool B.

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Sensational France down All Blacks to begin Rugby World Cup campaign in style

France came from behind three times to defeat New Zealand 27-13 at the Stade de France, scoring two second-half tries as they capitalised on All Black errors and indiscipline to kick off their 2023 Rugby World Cup campaign.

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France vs New Zealand time, TV channel, live stream, lineups, betting odds

The 2023 Rugby World Cup kicks off with a genuine clash of the titans at the Stade de France in Saint-Denis, as hosts France and three-time winners New Zealand do battle in a salivating opening fixture.

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Inexperienced squad named as Jones' Wallabies look to defy doubters at 2023 World Cup

Australia head into the 2023 Rugby World Cup a far cry from former glories, but the youthful-looking squad picked by Eddie Jones could certainly spring a few surprises in France.

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Who will win the Rugby World Cup?

It looks set to be the most open Rugby World Cup ever, so which nations are are the favourites, dark horses and surprise packages heading to France 2023?

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All Blacks name strong squad as they look to regain world champion status at France 2023

A semifinal dumping, pandemic-forced shutdowns and groundbreaking losses: it's been an up-and-down few years for the All Blacks, who are gearing up for a tilt at glory at the 2023 Rugby World Cup.

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Full list of England's Rugby World Cup squad for 2023 tournament

England's 2023 campaign under new coach Steve Borthwick has hardly gone to plan so far, but with the World Cup just days away, can the 2019 runners-up go one better and mount an unfancied charge to glory?

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Japan name strong squad for Rugby World Cup as Brave Blossoms look to build on recent success

After an earth-shattering upset in 2015 and reaching a maiden quarterfinal on home turf four years later, can Japan continue their upward trajectory on rugby's biggest stage at the 2023 World Cup in France?

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Six Nations 2023 schedule, results, standings, format

The 2023 international rugby calendar kicks off with the annual Six Nations tournament, and how will Europe's elite sides fare in this year's edition ahead of the World Cup in France?

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Ireland win 2023 Six Nations Grand Slam after powering past 14-man England

Andy Farrell's Ireland cemented their place as the world's number-one side with a bonus-point victory over England, sealing the Six Nations, Grand Slam, and Triple Crown trophies in a momentous Dublin decider.

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France down Wales in nine-try thriller to keep slender Six Nations hopes alive

France notched a bonus point to move just one ahead of Ireland in the 2023 Six Nations as it rained tries in Saint-Denis to ramp up the stakes on Super Saturday.

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How France won the 2022 Six Nations

The 2022 Six Nations Championship saw upcoming Rugby World Cup hosts France sweep aside everyone that stood in their way, securing a first title, and Grand Slam, since 2010.

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How to play Six Nations Fantasy Rugby 2023

The 2023 Six Nations is just days away from kick-off, and at The Sporting News we've got your guide to the Fantasy Six Nations official online competition, which will pit players from all over the world against one another.

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France vs Wales time, TV channel, live stream, lineups, betting odds

'Super Saturday', the final round of the 2023 Six Nations, continues with France hosting Wales in Saint-Denis. Les Bleus are still well in the hunt for the title after a record-breaking win over England, while the Welsh are looking to build on their first victory of the tournament against Italy last weekend.

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Scotland vs Italy time, TV channel, live stream, lineups, betting odds

As the 2023 Six Nations' final weekend begins, Scotland host Italy at Murrayfield hoping to conclude their tournament — which has seen them make huge on-field strides before a loss to Ireland — with a win.

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Ireland vs England time, TV channel, live stream, lineups, betting odds

The 2023 Six Nations concludes in Dublin, where an Ireland side chasing the title, Grand Slam and Triple Crown all in one take on England, who come into this game off the back of a record-breaking defeat to France at Twickenham.

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Ireland dominate second half to down Scotland at Murrayfield

A depleted Ireland dominated Scotland in the second half at Murrayfield, crossing twice after the break and keeping the hosts scoreless to win 22-7, despite losing five players to injury over the course of the game.

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Scotland vs Ireland time, TV channel, live stream, lineups, betting odds

Ireland chase a Grand Slam, but Scotland are their closest challengers. Beaten by France in Saint-Denis last time out, the Scots return to Murrayfield looking for a response, but can they pull it off against this well-oiled Irish machine?

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France rout England in Six Nations: Twickenham witnesses heaviest defeat in history

England were obliterated by France in a seven-try mauling at Twickenham. A record defeat at their home stadium saw Steve Borthwick's side outfought, outmuscled and thoroughly outplayed as Les Bleus ran riot in West London.

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Why is Owen Farrell not playing for England vs France?

Ahead of their crucial Six Nations match against France, England head coach Steve Borthwick dropped captain Owen Farrell to the bench.

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England vs France time, TV channel, live stream, lineups, betting odds

Defending Six Nations champions France head to Twickenham to face England, with both sides still well in the hunt for the 2023 title. France won the reverse fixture to seal the 2022 Grand Slam in Saint-Denis, but England will be keen to exact revenge and dump them out of the championship race.

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Italy vs Wales time, TV channel, live stream, lineups, betting odds

The penultimate round of the 2023 Six Nations kicks off with a salivating clash between the two sides bottom of the table. Italy recorded their first Six Nations victory since 2015 when the pair last met; can they repeat their Cardiff heroics to make it two wins in a row over a troubled Wales?

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England down Wales in attritional Six Nations clash

England found a way through spirited Welsh defence to secure a 20-10 win in Cardiff, scoring three tries to one and consigning the hosts to a third loss in a row.

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Ireland hold off defiant Italy to secure third straight Six Nations win

World number one side Ireland were made to work extremely hard in their third straight Six Nations win, being pushed by an Italy side who scored two tries of their own. Ireland managed to cross five times and secure a bonus point in what was some spectacle at the Stadio Olimpico.

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Wales vs. England time, TV channel, live stream, lineups, betting odds

After two defeats from two to open their first Six Nations campaign back under the tutelage of Warren Gatland, Wales take on rivals England in Cardiff

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Italy vs Ireland time, TV channel, live stream, lineups, betting odds

The Six Nations returns with a clash between Italy and Ireland at the Stadio Olimpico in Rome. Two positive performances haven't been able to prevent consecutive defeats for the Azzurri, who take on an Irish side who top the table having won maximum points so far.

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What we know so far about Netflix's Six Nations series

Netflix recently announced a documentary covering the 2023 Six Nations. With the success of their Drive to Survive Formula 1 series, can exploring the world of rugby's greatest championship expand the game's global reach?

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England power past Italy to record first Six Nations win

A strong first-half showing sent England on the way to their first win under new coach Steve Borthwick, as they scored five tries to convincingly defeat Italy 31-14 at Twickenham.

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In profile: New England rugby coach Steve Borthwick

England's 2023 Six Nations campaign will see the coaching debut of former captain Steve Borthwick, taking charge of the national side for the first time after Eddie Jones' sacking in 2022.

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England vs Italy time, TV channel, live stream, lineups, betting odds

England and Italy clash in the second round of the 2023 Six Nations at Twickenham. Week One saw both sides suffer agonising defeats, with England losing 23-29 at home by Scotland, and the Azzurri edged out by France in Rome.

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Awesome Ireland down France in all-time Six Nations classic

Ireland pulled off an 80-minute masterclass to defeat defending champions France in their 2023 Six Nations clash. An electric first half saw the hosts score three tries to one, before a late Garry Ringrose score sealed the win and a bonus point.

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Scotland vs Wales time, TV channel, live stream, lineups, betting odds

Celtic rivals Scotland and Wales face off at Murrayfield in the second round of the 2023 Six Nations, having each had vastly different opening matches last time out.

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Ireland vs. France time, TV channel, live stream, lineups, betting odds

The top two sides in world rugby do battle in the second round of the 2023 Six Nations Championship, as Ireland face France in Dublin. The hosts beat Wales convincingly on the opening weekend, while reigning champions France edged an improved Italy side in Rome.

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How to watch Italy vs. France

The opening weekend of the 2023 Six Nations concludes with last year's bottom and top sides facing each other, when reigning champions France meet Italy,

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Scotland produce late flourish to beat England in Six Nations

A late try of the year contender from Duhan van der Merwe sealed a spellbinding 29-23 win for Scotland over England to win the Calcutta Cup.

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Ireland smash Wales in dominant Six Nations opener in Cardiff

Ireland began their 2023 campaign in dominant fashion, thumping a below-par Wales side in Warren Gatland's first game back in charge for the hosts in Cardiff.

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England vs Scotland time, TV channel, live stream, lineups, betting odds

Rugby's oldest rivalry returns on this opening weekend of the Six Nations, as England and Scotland face off at Twickenham. The hosts are under new leadership in the coaching box, but that won't deter Scotland from seeking to win the Calcutta Cup for the third straight year.

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Top six potential breakout stars of the 2023 Six Nations

It's Rugby World Cup year, but first up is the Six Nations championship, and we've picked out six stars to watch who could have a big impact on both tournaments in 2023.

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Wales vs Ireland time, TV channel, live stream, lineups, betting odds

The Six Nations Championship is back with a bang in 2023, with the first fixture pitting Wales, under new leadership from a familiar face, against Ireland, the side currently ranked as the best in the world.

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England squad for 2023 Six Nations and team to face Scotland

After a third-placed finish in last year's tournament, England will be hoping to respond by going at least one better in the 2023 Six Nations championship, with new coach Steve Borthwick naming four debutants in his first squad.

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When does the January transfer window open and close?

With the World Cup now over, attention turns to the January transfer window, with clubs across Europe assessing their squads ahead of an action-packed second half of the season.

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How to watch Liverpool vs. AC Milan

How to watch the action as Liverpool face AC Milan in their second mid-season friendly in Dubai, plus team news.

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How to watch Arsenal vs. AC Milan

How to watch the action as Arsenal take on AC Milan in their second mid-season friendly, with all the team news for the match in Dubai.

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How to watch Liverpool vs. Lyon

How to watch the action as Liverpool take on Lyon in a mid-season friendly in Dubai.

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Man United players at the World Cup

With the Premier League and European seasons on hold during the World Cup, Manchester United have a month to prepare for the rest of the season. How are Erik ten Hag and is players shaping up, and how many of their squad are away in Qatar?

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Liverpool players at the World Cup

Liverpool's squad has decreased in size as several stars head to the World Cup in Qatar, and so how will Jurgen Klopp's side prepare for the season to resume in December?

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Arsenal players at the World Cup

With 10 of their players in action at the World Cup, Arsenal have a month to prepare for their own season to resume. Who are the players missing over the break, and what preparations does Mikel Arteta have in store for his side as they await the resumption?

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Arsenal simply too good as they sweep aside hapless Lyon in Dubai

Arsenal were at their all-encompassing best in their first mid-season friendly, as they thumped Lyon 3-0, topping off the win with victory in a post-game penalty shoot-out.

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How to watch Arsenal vs. Lyon: Stream and lineups for Dubai friendly

How to watch the action as Arsenal take on Lyon in a mid-season friendly, with all the team news and live stream info.

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Experience tells as Cadiz down youthful Manchester United

Manchester United headed to southern Spain to face Cadiz in their first mid-season friendly, and despite recovering from an early deficit to bring the scores back to 2-2, the hosts' quality was too much to handle as Los Piratas ran out 4-2 winners.

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How to watch Cadiz vs. Man United: Stream, lineups friendly

How to watch the action as Manchester United head to south-western Spain to face Cadiz in a mid-season friendly, with team news and the latest odds.

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Ghana vs Uruguay: Both sides crash out of World Cup, despite victory for South Americans

Uruguay capitalised on an early penalty miss from Ghana to race to a 2-0 victory over the Black Stars, but other results saw both sides dumped out of the World Cup with South Korea progressing at their expense.

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Premier League team plans during World Cup break

The World Cup forced a pause to the Premier League season. With a five-week break between fixtures to accommodate the tournament in Qatar, how are England's top sides preparing for the restart in December?

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Commanding Springboks humble England at Twickenham

England were second-best in every facet of the game as South Africa gave them a rugby-playing lesson at Twickenham, scoring two well-deserved tries and suffocating the hosts into submission in a dominant display.

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Australia come back to beat Wales in thrilling Cardiff encounter

Wales and Australia closed out their autumn 2022 campaigns by putting on one heck of a show in Cardiff, as the Wallabies came back from 34-13 down to win 39-34.

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Dates, times and fixture schedule as return of the Championship nears

The EFL will be back in full force towards the back end of the World Cup, and its highest level, the Championship, has plenty of fixtures to get excited about as domestic football in England nears a return.

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Ireland sneak home in low-scoring clash against Australia in Dublin.

Ireland and Australia fought out a brutal test match in Dublin, with the hosts scrapping their way to victory in a game where points were scarcely on offer. A late penalty from Ross Byrne was the difference, with neither side crossing the tryline until the last 15 minutes.

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Late, late show from England sees them draw with All Blacks

England recovered from 19 points down to score three tries in the final moments, sealing a draw with a New Zealand side who were firmly on top for the vast majority of the game.

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How to watch Italy vs. South Africa

South Africa head to Genoa to take on an Italian side on the crest of a wave. The Azzurri beat Australia for the first time last weekend, while the Springboks have lost to Ireland and France this autumn.

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Scotland let lead slip as All Blacks come back to win thriller

Scotland looked to have the beating of New Zealand at Murrayfield after a brilliant first-half comeback, but the All Blacks turned on the style in a pulsating match to turn the game around late in the second period.

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England smash Japan to get back to winning ways at Twickenham

England responded to their loss to Argentina with a much-improved performance in their demolition of Japan, reaching a half-century of points and scoring seven tries in the process.

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Italy sneak past Australia in historic victory

Italy edged Australia in an all-time classic in Florence, the Wallabies losing by a single point once more.

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How to watch Barbarians vs. All Blacks XV

The Barbarians play their first match of the autumn, taking on a New Zealand All Blacks XV at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.

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How to watch France vs. South Africa

Two of world rugby's international powerhouses go to battle at the Stade de France, as France host South Africa. France beat Australia by the slimmest of margins last time out, while the Springboks lost in similar fashion to Ireland.

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Argentina beat England by a point in historic test at Twickenham

England's end-of-year campaign got off to a poor start at Twickenham as they lost 30-29 to a clinical Argentina, their first defeat to the Pumas since 2006.

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France score late to edge Australia in Saint-Denis

Damian Penaud's last-gasp try helped France over the line in a game that saw the lead change hands several times.

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New Zealand power to huge victory over Wales in Cardiff

New Zealand were too much for Wales to handle in Cardiff, pulling away in the second half to score eight tries in a massive 55-23 win.

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How to watch Ireland vs. South Africa

Ireland and South Africa begin their end-of-year campaigns in Dublin, as the two face off at the Aviva Stadium. It's the Springboks' first trip to the Emerald Isle since 2017.

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Australia pip Scotland to win close test match at Murrayfield

Scotland and Australia kicked off the end-of-year internationals in a pulsating match at Murrayfield, the Wallabies getting over the line by a solitary point.

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All Blacks sneak to victory over spirited Japan side

New Zealand edged Japan in a tightly fought game in Tokyo, surviving a late rally from the Brave Blossoms to prevent a shock upset.

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How to watch Scotland vs. Australia

The end-of-year internationals in Europe begin with a clash between Scotland and Australia at Murrayfield. The hosts are seeking a fourth consecutive win over the Wallabies.

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