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Punch-drunk French wake up to World Cup hangover

France went through the opening phase of the Rugby World Cup like party-goers at a summer disco, but after a weekend of electrifying rugby, the lights were switched back on abruptly and the country woke up on a greyish, crisp autumn morning.

October 17, 2023 5:46 am
 

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Disappointing loss: Raiwalui

Fiji Water Flying Fijians Coach Simon Raiwalui emphasizes that a loss is a loss, and this morning’s 24-30 defeat in the quarterfinal against England is undeniably disappointing.

October 16, 2023 4:55 pm
 

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Skipper disappointed with match officials

Fiji Water Flying Fijians skipper Waisea Nayacalevu couldn’t hide his frustration in the wake of their heart-wrenching 24-30 defeat to England in the Rugby World Cup quarterfinals this morning.

October 16, 2023 12:58 pm
 

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South Africa beat France in seven-try thriller

Defending champions South Africa booked a Rugby World Cup 2023 semi-final against England after beating hosts France 29-28 at Stade de France on October 15.

October 16, 2023 9:43 am
 

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More work to be done: Male

Vodafone Fijiana 15s coach Inoke Male knows that beneath the brilliant display, there’s still work to be done.

October 16, 2023 6:57 am
 

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Sharp mental focus for national side

The Fiji Water Flying Fijians are set to secure victory in the quarter-finals against England.

October 15, 2023 4:58 pm
 

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Fiji a threat says England defence coach

England’s defense coach, Kevin Sinfield, acknowledges Fiji’s historic win in their previous Test encounter but still considers our national side a threat.

October 15, 2023 12:59 pm
 

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Inspired Ikanivere hopes to inspire

Fiji Water Flying Fijians’ hooker, Tevita Ikanivere, was just eight when Fiji faced South Africa in the 2007 Rugby World Cup quarterfinal.

October 15, 2023 7:58 am
 

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New Zealand edge Ireland in classic to book Argentina semi-final

New Zealand beat Ireland in the second quarter-final of Rugby World Cup 2023 at Stade de France to progress to a semi-final against Argentina.

October 15, 2023 7:45 am
 

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Argentina surge into semis with battling comeback win over Wales

Carried on a wave of incredible support, Argentina overcame a 10-0 deficit to eventually overwhelm Wales 29-17 as late tries by replacements Joel Sclavi and Nicolas Sanchez took them into the World Cup semi-finals for the third time this morning.

October 15, 2023 5:56 am
 

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France and South Africa bracing for brutal, but tactical battle

France expect a brutal clash with South Africa in their World Cup quarter-final, but strategy will probably play a more important part at the Stade de France, where physicality and sheer power will not be enough to go through on Sunday.

October 15, 2023 5:39 am
 

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South Africa coaches debated intensely over surprise team picks

South Africa’s coaches debated long and hard in the week over team selection, changing their line-up at least three times before settling on the selection for their Rugby World Cup quarter-final, assistant coach Mzwandile Stick said on the eve of the clash against France.

October 15, 2023 5:15 am

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