Henshaw backing Sexton to avoid rust after suspension
Robbie Henshaw says he has full faith that Johnny Sexton will be able to hit the ground running at the Rugby World Cup, despite a near six-month layoff.
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Nigeria secure shock point against Canada in World Cup opener
Chiamaka Nnadozie saved a penalty kick by Canadian captain Christine Sinclair in in the 50th minute, as Nigeria emerged with a surprising 0-0 draw against Canada at the Women's World Cup in Melbourne.
Matildas ready to build on confidence-boosting win over Ireland
SYDNEY : Australia defender Ellie Carpenter said winning their Women's World Cup opener against Ireland on Thursday had calmed their nerves and can provide the springboard for a good run at the tournament on home soil.
Nigeria hold Canada to 0-0 draw in World Cup opener
MELBOURNE : Goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie helped Nigeria secure a valuable 0-0 draw against Olympic champions Canada in their Women's World Cup opener on Friday in a result leaving their group wide open.
FIFA Women’s World Cup: Nnadozie the hero as Super Falcons hold Canada
Canada’s forward Christine Sinclair reacts on the ground after missing a penalty as Nigeria’s goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie (R) celebrates her save during the Australia and New Zealand 2023 Women’s World Cup Group B football match between Nigeria and Canada at Melbourne Rectangular Stadium, also known as AAMI Park, in Melbourne on July 21, 2023. (Photo by WILLIAM WEST / AFP)
Fans to stay awake for 2023 Women World Cup matches
Super Falcons are in Group B alongside Canada, Australia and Ireland at the ongoing FIFA Women World Cup.
Darragh Canavan: Tyrone in a good place despite the inconsistencies
At the start of the year Tyrone would have targeted, at the very least, a place in the All-Ireland football quarter-final.
Matt Doherty returns to Wolves after Atletico Madrid exit
Republic of Ireland international Matt Doherty has completed a return to Wolves on a free transfer.