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  • Friday, 9. September, 2011

    Eric Champ says: Non

    Born and living in Toulon, Eric Champ has made it clear that he will not be coaching Toulon in the place of Philippe Saint-André when the former wing takes over France's national rugby team.

  • Friday, 9. September, 2011

    England to thrive in 'greenhouse'

    England manager Martin Johnson insists his side are looking forward to launching their World Cup campaign against Argentina in the unique indoor environment of the Otago Stadium.

  • Friday, 9. September, 2011
    Daunting task for Azzurri

    Daunting task for Azzurri

    Italy coach Nick Mallett says facing Australia first up is a daunting task for the Azzurri ahead of Sunday's World Cup Pool C clash.

  • Friday, 9. September, 2011

    Gutsy Tongans score moral victory

    Tongan captain Finau Maka praised a gutsy and disciplined second-half performance from his teammates in the opening game of the World Cup which helped secure their best-ever result against the All Blacks.

  • Friday, 9. September, 2011
    O'Driscoll: Eddie will want win

    O'Driscoll: Eddie will want win

    Eight years spent working alongside Eddie O'Sullivan have left Brian O'Driscoll in no doubt the USA coach is desperate to topple Ireland.

  • Friday, 9. September, 2011
    Praise sweet for Pocock

    Praise sweet for Pocock

    Australia back row David Pocock has welcomed being described as the world's greatest openside ahead of Richie McCaw.

  • Friday, 9. September, 2011
    Gatland: Sam will make strides

    Gatland: Sam will make strides

    Wales coach Warren Gatland has tipped history-maker Sam Warburton to leave a lasting impression on the 2011 Rugby World Cup.

  • Friday, 9. September, 2011
    Ledesma keen to prove a point

    Ledesma keen to prove a point

    Argentina hooker Mario Ledesma believes England are underestimating the Pumas ahead of Saturday's Rugby World Cup clash in Dunedin.

  • Friday, 9. September, 2011
    Du Plessis: Wales are powerful

    Du Plessis: Wales are powerful

    Jannie du Plessis insists South Africa's power-packed bench for the clash against Wales is testament to their opponents' forward strength.

  • Friday, 9. September, 2011
    O'Sullivan hopes Eagles soar

    O'Sullivan hopes Eagles soar

    Eddie O'Sullivan is adopting a hard-headed approach to plotting the downfall of the team he led with distinction when the USA meet Ireland.

  • Friday, 9. September, 2011
    Sexton: Youngsters can set tone

    Sexton: Youngsters can set tone

    Jonathan Sexton wants Ireland's young guns to take the lead at the World Cup, claiming they are unburdened by any painful memories from 2007.

  • Friday, 9. September, 2011

    Haskell promises fiery intensity

    James Haskell has promised that whatever the outward appearance of the 'stiff upper lip' Englishman there will be no lack of passion from Martin Johnson's men when they begin their World Cup campaign against Argentina.

  • Friday, 9. September, 2011

    Pool A preview: France v Japan

    New Zealand and Tonga opened up proceedings in Pool A on Friday - in what was also the 2011 Rugby World Cup opener - and, on Saturday, it will be the turn of France and Japan to keep their pool ticking over.

  • Friday, 9. September, 2011

    Player ratings: A mixed bag from Kiwis

    New Zealand managed a 41-10 win over Tonga in the opening match of the World Cup, in Auckland on Friday. However, it was not entirely convincing.

  • Friday, 9. September, 2011
    Scots must stay strong - Robinson

    Scots must stay strong - Robinson

    Scotland head coach Andy Robinson is eager for his side to maintain their winning momentum in Saturday's World Cup Pool B opener with Romania.