Nations Championship

Under the Microscope: Why Tomas Albornoz Is Facing a Storm of Scrutiny

Tomás Albornoz is under scrutiny after Argentina’s 31-24 loss to England, with a costly kick, alleged referee contact and possible foul-play footage fuelling debate.
22 July 2026

Ben Earl calls for Nations Championship format rethink

Ben Earl has called for a rethink of the Nations Championship schedule after England completed a demanding July tour involving three Tests on three continents across successive weekends.
21 July 2026

Skulduggery in Santiago del Estero: The Chaos Behind England's Escape in Argentina

England beat Argentina 31-24 in Santiago, but four yellow cards, late TMO drama, Genge’s celebration and Contepomi’s walkout dominated the fallout.
21 July 2026

Wales show effort but Steve Tandy still has plenty to fix

Steve Tandy’s first season as Wales head coach ended with a heavy defeat against South Africa, but have they made strides forward and what must change if they are to begin thinking about competing with the top nations again?
21 July 2026

Andy Farrell says Ireland must become World's best

Andy Farrell says Ireland must become the best team in the world to challenge top sides after their defeat to New Zealand.
20 July 2026

Matt's Armchair Ratings from Argentina

Matt's observations from England’s 31-24 win over Argentina, as Marcus Smith, Fin Smith, the centres, back row and bench show growing progress.
20 July 2026

England Answered Argentina's Theatre - But Nearly Lost Themselves Again

England beat Argentina 31-24 in a fiery Nations Championship clash shaped by emotion, yellow cards, TMO drama and late controversy in Santiago del Estero.
19 July 2026

England survive late Argentina fightback with 31-24 win

England ended their July tour with a tense 31-24 win over Argentina in a chaotic Nations Championship match at Estadio Unico Madre de Ciudades in Santiago del Estero.
19 July 2026

Australia end Schmidt era with Italy rout

Australia ended Joe Schmidt's time as head coach with a commanding 57-10 win over Italy in Perth, snapping a six-match losing streak in emphatic fashion.
18 July 2026

Lamothe and Jalibert star as France beat Japan

France rounded off the first leg of the Nations Championship with a commanding 42-15 win over Japan at the National Stadium in Tokyo.
18 July 2026

New Zealand see off Ireland in Auckland

New Zealand extended their unbeaten run at Eden Park to 53 matches with a 40-21 win over Ireland in the Nations Championship.
18 July 2026

England Return to the Place Where They Found Themselves

England return to Argentina seeking to rediscover the belief, depth and identity forged on last summer’s unbeaten tour under Steve Borthwick.
18 July 2026

My WHOOP, The Open, And A Weekend I May Not Survive [Lots of Rugby]

A humorous WHOOP reflection on a chaotic sporting weekend featuring The Open at Royal Birkdale, Nations Championship rugby and the World Cup final.
18 July 2026

Sam Prendergast backed to deliver against All Blacks

Sam Prendergast prepares for Ireland’s All Blacks Test at Eden Park with Johnny Sexton support and backing from captain Dan Sheehan.
17 July 2026

Breakfast in Auckland, Bedtime in Argentina: My WHOOP and me

A global Nations Championship Saturday takes rugby fans from New Zealand v Ireland at Eden Park to Argentina v England in Santiago del Estero.
17 July 2026

Ireland restore stars for All Blacks Test

Ireland make nine changes for the All Blacks Test at Eden Park as Andy Farrell recalls senior players for Nations Championship clash.
16 July 2026

Argentina v England: Same XV, New Continent and a Sleep Routine Straight Out of a Berocca Advert

England name an unchanged XV for Argentina in Santiago del Estero, with travel, fatigue, altitude and recovery all shaping their Nations Championship test.
16 July 2026

England unchanged for Argentina clash

England have named an unchanged starting XV for their Nations Championship clash with Argentina, with Jamie George set to captain the side in Santiago del Estero.
16 July 2026

South Africa to further display strength in depth against Wales

After making 10 changes from their win over England, Rassie Erasmus' side were able to see off Scotland. Now, the world champions have named four debutants who will face Wales this weekend.
16 July 2026

Rassie Erasmus reflects on new referee protocols

Rassie Erasmus explains World Rugby’s new referee protocols after Italy raised concerns over officiating against New Zealand.
15 July 2026