Sir Clive Woodward: RFU has sold its soul by selling Twickenham naming rights
Sir Clive Woodward claims the Rugby Football Union has “sold its soul” after selling the naming rights to Twickenham to insurance giant Allianz.
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Twickenham to be renamed Allianz Stadium in first rebrand since 1907
Twickenham is to be renamed Allianz Stadium from September after the Rugby Football Union signed a long-term deal with the insurance company.
Top referee Foley stands down from international rugby after torrent of abuse
English rugby referee Tom Foley has decided to step away from international match officiating for the foreseeable future, citing online abuse as a major reason on Monday.
Tentative talks taking place for Irish and British league says RFU chief Sweeney
The English Rugby Football Union (RFU) has confirmed that tentative talks are taking place investigating the potential of a British and Irish team competition.
English referee Wayne Barnes to officiate World Cup final
England’s Wayne Barnes, the most experienced referee in history with 110 tests, will officiate Saturday’s World Cup final between New Zealand and holders South Africa in Paris, World Rugby confirmed on Monday.
France-based Arundell can play in Six Nations, but not Willis: RFU
MARSEILLE, France : Henry Arundell will be available to play for England in next year's Six Nations, despite joining French club Racing 92, due to the 'special circumstances' rule following the demise of his former club London Irish, RFU CEO Bill Sweeney has confirmed.
RFU boss Sweeney upbeat over future after year of gloom
LILLE, France : Rugby Football Union (RFU) chief executive Bill Sweeney said English and world rugby was "on the cusp of something quite spectacular" and he remained the right man to lead the biggest and richest union in the sport after year of turmoil.
England rugby chief confirms Nations Cup plans, stands firm on job
Rugby Football Union (RFU) chief executive Bill Sweeney said on Wednesday discussions about a controversial Nations Cup tournament were in place as he remained confident about his ability to lead one of the sport's wealthiest governing bodies.