Rugby World Cup

ITALY vs NEW ZEALAND: All Blacks Dominate with 35-3 Victory – Live Updates

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ITALY vs NEW ZEALAND: All Blacks Dominate with 35-3 Victory – Live Updates

Markers: 6′ Jordan (m, NZ) Healer (tr), 9′ Allan (cp, I), 17′ Smith (m, NZ) Healer (tr), 18′ Telea (m, NZ) Healer (tr), 21′ Savea (m, NZ) Mo’unga (tr), 26′ Smith (m, NZ) Mo’unga (tr) }],”posts”:[“timestamp”:”2023-09-29T19:28:59.825Z”,”timestampUtcIt”:”2023-09-29T21:28:59+0200″,”altBackground”:false,”title”:”26′ – Altra meta All Blacks: Italia-Nuova Zelanda 3-35″,”content”:” Niente da fare per la difesa azzurra, che capitola ogni volta … Read more

The Meticulous Optician Behind Fabien Galthie’s Famous Glasses: Bernard Hemery

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The Meticulous Optician Behind Fabien Galthie’s Famous Glasses: Bernard Hemery

His meticulousness is reminiscent of that of his most famous client. Bernard Hemery, from Toulon, has been an optician for around thirty years. In his Mourillon store, located at 14 rue Lamalgue, he leaves nothing to chance. “I don’t like it when it’s not tidy and aligned. It’s stronger than me”, he whispers, replacing a … Read more

Rugby Player Antoine Dupont Injured by Captain Deysel: Namibia Loses to France in World Cup Match

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Rugby Player Antoine Dupont Injured by Captain Deysel: Namibia Loses to France in World Cup Match

Dupont suffered the injury in the 46th minute of the match, in which the French outclassed Namibia 96-0. A running Deysel hit the 26-year-old Toulouse star with his head. He first received a yellow card for a foul, which the referee later changed to a red card. Namibia has clearly lost three times at the … Read more

The All Blacks’ Incredible Attack Puts Pressure on Italy’s Defense

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The All Blacks’ Incredible Attack Puts Pressure on Italy’s Defense

“The All Blacks have an absolutely incredible attack. Our defense will have to be ready”also projected winger Montanna Ioane, already putting pressure on Italy’s next opponents. “The guys are confident. We are ready to face anyone”he declared, full of confidence following the two victories recorded. “We couldn’t ask for better. Given the two matches that … Read more

Welsh Winger Louis Rees-Zammit Imitates Cristiano Ronaldo’s Celebration After Victory

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Welsh Winger Louis Rees-Zammit Imitates Cristiano Ronaldo’s Celebration After Victory

Fan down to…his underwear. Author of the first try during the victory of the “XV du Poireau” (28-8) against Portugal, surprise guest of the World Cup, Saturday September 16, Welsh winger Louis Rees-Zammit celebrated by imitating the iconic celebration of Cristiano Ronaldo, his “favorite player”. Just after having flattened in the goal of the Loboshe … Read more

Minister of Sports Visits Allianz Riviera for World Cup Security Inspection

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Minister of Sports Visits Allianz Riviera for World Cup Security Inspection

After Nantes, Saint-Etienne and even Lille, and before Marseille then the Stade de France, the Minister of Sports, Amélie Oudéa-Castéra went to the Allianz Riviera this Sunday. His goal? Come and meet the public, the teams working around this World Cup and discover the security system put in place within the Nice venue. “Maximum mobilization” … Read more

Pacific Players Struggle in World Cup Opener, Frustrated by Dominant Irish Defense

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Pacific Players Struggle in World Cup Opener, Frustrated by Dominant Irish Defense

The Pacific players are completely missing their entry into this World Cup. Despite a relatively balanced first act, but during which the Irish showed themselves coldly realistic, they initially made a good impression. To reward these good first 40 minutes, Vaea Fifita scored a strong try (31-13, 40′). But the islanders then failed to take … Read more

Why Rugby Struggles to Gain Recognition and Professionalism in Portugal

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Why Rugby Struggles to Gain Recognition and Professionalism in Portugal

It must be said that rugby is still far from being an obvious choice in the country. “In terms of visibility and interest of the population, the recognition of this sport is not what we would like”regrets the president of the Portuguese Rugby Federation, Carlos Amado Silva, in an interview with AFP. “It’s a cultural … Read more

Revised Melodies of ‘La Mêlée des Chœurs’: Calming the Controversy and Preserving the Voices of Children

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Revised Melodies of ‘La Mêlée des Chœurs’: Calming the Controversy and Preserving the Voices of Children

A week after the hiccup in the interpretations composed by the children of “La Mêlée des Chœurs”, supporters and viewers were able to enjoy a new version of the melody, without canon. “These anthems surprised, even destabilized, traditional fans accustomed to different versions. We are attentive to this negative feedback”recognized the boss of the organizing … Read more

The Impact of the World Cup on Rugby in Portugal: From Football Dominance to a New Craze

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The Impact of the World Cup on Rugby in Portugal: From Football Dominance to a New Craze

Beyond the stars in the eyes for the 33 players of the national team, this participation in a World Cup brings a real light to a sport which suffers from competition with football in the country. “Rugby is not too well known or followed too much there. It’s mainly football”recognizes the player with 17 caps. … Read more