Why Owen Farrell must return against the Springboks as England legend urges Steve Borthwick to pick ‘unshakable veterans’.

Why Owen Farrell must return against the Springboks as England legend urges Steve Borthwick to pick 'unshakable veterans'.

Anthony Watson says England need Owen Farrell to return and he should be invited to join the squad ahead of their World Cup match against South Africa. Farrell, England’s record goalscorer, has not worn the Rose since stepping down as captain and taking an indefinite break from Test rugby after the 2023 World Cup to … Read more

Keir Starmer has called for a ban on ‘brutal’ greyhound racing in England

Keir Starmer has called for a ban on 'brutal' greyhound racing in England

Keir Starmer is coming under pressure from backbench MPs to ban the “evil” practice of greyhound racing. The Welsh and Scottish Governments voted last month to end the practice. Animal welfare groups say thousands of UK dogs have died in recent years as a result of running in the “inherently dangerous” sport. At least a … Read more

Anthony Watson: ‘I can see Noah Caluori having a real impact on England in the coming years.’

To Joe Cocanasi

Anthony Watson: ‘I can see Noah Caluori having a real impact on England in the coming years.’ Anthony Watson: ‘I can see Noah Caluori having a real impact on England in the coming years.’ https://www.rugbypass.com/plus/anthony-watson-i-see-noah-caluori-having-a-real-impact-with-england-in-the-coming-years/ 2:13 am, 03 April 2026 I’ve just been in the Algarve improving my golf game – and I believe, it … Read more

Bath and Saracens spent a lot of money to exchange places as the main power in England

Bath and Saracens spent a lot of money to exchange places as the main power in England Bath and Saracens spent a lot of money to exchange places as the main power in England https://www.rugbypass.com/plus/how-big-spending-bath-and-saracens-swapped-places-as-englands-dominant-force/ 4:19 am, 02 April 2026 Rewind the clock, to the beginning of 2016. The company accounts of all the clubs … Read more

England Player Ratings – 26-man World Cup squad predicted after Wembley woes

It wasn't the international break the England manager was hoping for

In our weekly series, The Mirror’s Chief Football Writer John Cross rates his England players after Thomas Tuchel’s men’s final friendlies at Wembley – and gives his verdict on the 26-man squad. It wasn’t the international break the England manager was hoping for(Photo: 2026 Robin Jones) Thomas Tuchel didn’t get the results he wanted – … Read more

Rugby transfer: England champion returns PREM, rivals want prop on Rassie’s radar and Tigers complete triple signing.

Rugby transfer: England champion returns PREM, rivals want prop on Rassie's radar and Tigers complete triple signing.

British and Irish Lions and England star Mako Vunipola talks about the latest signings at PREM Rugby as he joins Leicester Tigers, who have announced two more signings, while Harlequins add to their forward line. Check out our latest transfer news and rumours: Mako Vunipola makes a PREM comeback with Leicester Tigers Mako Vunipola will … Read more

‘Henry Pollock will change rugby completely, the spike is coming’ – Eddie Hearn

'Henry Pollock will change rugby completely, the spike is coming' - Eddie Hearn

Eddie Hearn believes Henry Pollock can “revolutionize” rugby as the most successful promoter predicts stardom is imminent. Although Hearn is famous for his promotional work in boxing, snooker and darts, he is now taking his first step into rugby union after years of rejecting rugby league developments. This, after he signed England and Northampton Saints … Read more

Newcastle scout assesses both England and Japan ace ahead of summer moves

Newcastle scout assesses both England and Japan ace ahead of summer moves

The Magpies have shown their commitment to not letting go in the transfer window as one of their top talent producers takes his place at Wembley. Japan’s Daichi Kamada, Elliot Anderson (R) and England’s Kobbie Mainoo compete for the ball during a friendly at Wembley. Newcastle United legend Mick Tait was an interested spectator at … Read more

England 0-1 Japan: Kaoru Mitoma nets deserved win as Three Lions try to fire again

Brighton striker Kaoru Mitoma scored the winner for Japan with his ninth international goal

England’s World Cup hopefuls did little to convince Thomas Tuchel of their worth when he named his squad in two months’ time as another testy squad was resurrected after a 1-0 defeat to Japan at Wembley. By the time the Three Lions take the field against New Zealand on June 6, Tuchel will have announced … Read more

Mitoma erupted as Japan beat England to give Tuchel the World Cup title

Mitoma erupted as Japan beat England to give Tuchel the World Cup title

It’s not the question Thomas Tuchel wants to entertain at the World Cup this summer, but it’s the question he ran into here in what should have been a big game at Wembley in England. Can the team succeed against good opposition without Harry Kane? The answer played out in an even more depressing 90 … Read more