Former players to take legal proceedings against IRFU over brain injuries
An undisclosed number of former rugby players are taking a case against the IRFU in relation to serious brain injuries sustained during their playing careers.
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The schoolboy helping to style Manchester United and Man City stars
Like most 15-year-olds, Henry Moffat spends most of his week in school. Unlike pretty much everyone else his age though, Henry's free time is devoted to sourcing shoes and clothes for Premier League footballers.
Five things 'dented' All Blacks must fix in South Africa
The All Blacks are preparing to face the world champion Springboks in South Africa, with New Zealand's head coach Ian Foster under intense pressure to end their dire run of form after four defeats in their last five matches.
Team Saskatchewan names wrestler as flag-bearer for upcoming Canada Summer Games
Angel Besskkaystare will be the opening ceremony flag-bearer for the 2022 Canada Summer Games, Team Saskatchewan announced Tuesday.
Ambitious Robertson wants to win World Cup with two nations
Aspiring All Blacks boss Scott Robertson is open to test roles outside of New Zealand and hopes to become the first coach to win the World Cup with two different nations, he told a rugby podcast.
Hugs, cheers and thrown beers: Inside the Women's Euro 2022 fan zone at Trafalgar Square
LONDON — It was the first replay of Alessia Russo's remarkable back-heeled goal that prompted the first beers to be hurled into the London night sky. Trafalgar Square erupted, and, in a split second, simultaneously breathed a huge sigh of relief. Some clasped their faces in shock, others laughed, a couple screamed.
Study finds head impact-brain injury link
New research by a team of international experts has found that people playing contact sports such as American football, rugby and soccer face a dramatically elevated risk of developing degenerative brain diseases, a statement said Tuesday.
Australian rugby players refuse to wear Pride jersey for 'religious reasons'
Seven players from the Australian rugby league team Manly Warringah Sea Eagles have refused to play in an upcoming game because the club wants them to wear a Pride shirt to support LGBTQ+ inclusion in sport.