‘Monument of French football’ Just Fontaine dies aged 89
Just Fontaine, who holds the record for the most goals scored in a single World Cup tournament, has died aged 89.
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Just Fontaine: Legendary France striker, who scored 13 goals at 1958 World Cup, dies aged 89
Legendary France star Just Fontaine, who scored 13 goals in a single World Cup, has died aged 89. Fontaine scored an incredible 30 goals in just 21 games for his country, including his record streak at Sweden in 1958 as France finished third.
All Blacks boss Foster unhappy with New Zealand Rugby announcement timing
New Zealand Rugby (NZR) will appoint a new All Blacks coach within six weeks to succeed Ian Foster after the World Cup, with Foster confirming on Wednesday he will not reapply for the role.
Tributes paid to Ireland rugby stalwart Brian O'Brien
The IRFU and Munster have paid tribute to the former Ireland player and manager Brian O'Brien, who has passed away aged 83.
NZ Rugby replicates SARU's 2007 move by advertising All Blacks job before World Cup
Ian Foster said on Wednesday that he would not reapply for the job of All Blacks head coach after this year's Rugby World Cup in France.
James O'Callaghan: Home-based cohort vital for Ireland's FIFA Women's World Cup squad
There's a different feel to Irish women's top-flight soccer as the new season approaches.
All Blacks to name post-World Cup successor to Foster within weeks
New Zealand Rugby on Wednesday launched their hunt for the next All Blacks coach, despite incumbent Ian Foster's fears that it could disrupt the team's World Cup preparations.
Roberto De Zerbi: Evan Ferguson a 'unique' talent for Brighton
Brighton boss Roberto de Zerbi described Evan Ferguson as "unique" after the teenage forward's latest goal secured his side a place in the FA Cup quarter-finals.