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Wales boss Gemma Grainger hopes women’s game capitalises on heightened interest

Gemma Grainger admits Wales will benefit from England’s Euro 2022 success but are very much focused on their own journey. Wales, who have never qualified for a major women’s tournament, will secure a 2023 World Cup play-off spot by taking four ...

23 Aug 2022 at 11:28

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100 years since first Wembley cup final: Memorable games at old and new stadiums

It is 100 years since Bolton beat West Ham in the 1923 FA Cup final to establish Wembley Stadium at the core of English sport. Officially a crowd of 126,047 packed into the new venue, then known as the Empire Stadium, although estimates ...

27 Apr 2023 at 10:00

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England flanker Alex Matthews predicts the ‘best Six Nations yet’

England flanker Alex Matthews has predicted the “best Six Nations yet” as the women’s game becomes more increasingly professional. The Red Roses have dominated recent editions of the TikTok Women’s Six Nations, winning the title five ...

15 Mar 2023 at 17:55

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Gemma Grainger hails Wales finishing against Northern Ireland after lean spell

Wales boss Gemma Grainger praised her side’s finishing after a 4-1 friendly victory over Northern Ireland ended their quiet streak in front of goal. Wales had scored only six goals in their previous nine matches and had failed to ...

06 Apr 2023 at 22:53

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Northern Ireland begin the post-Kenny Shiels era with Thursday’s trip to Wales

Northern Ireland start the post-Kenny Shiels era on Thursday with interim manager Andy Waterworth saying it has been a difficult time for the players following a change in management. Shiels left his position in January after ...

05 Apr 2023 at 17:21

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World Cup winners New Zealand to host inaugural WXV tournament

England and Wales will head for New Zealand in October as the world champions host the sport’s elite teams in the inaugural WXV tournament. World Rugby has confirmed the venues and dates for the new three-tier competition, ...

05 May 2023 at 07:03

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Massive congratulations – Harry Kane lauds Lionesses after win over Australia

Harry Kane and the Prince of Wales led the congratulations after England swept aside co-hosts Australia 3-1 to reach their first World Cup final. The Lionesses roared past the Matildas in front of a 75,784-strong crowd ...

16 Aug 2023 at 14:48

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Sophie Ingle steps down as captain of Wales after nine-year stint

Chelsea midfielder Sophie Ingle has stepped down as captain of Wales after nine years in the role. The 32-year-old, who has won 136 international caps, led her country in their first match under new manager Rhian ...

07 Apr 2024 at 18:32

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Nine-try England thrash Wales to remain on course for Six Nations Grand Slam

England kept their Six Nations Grand Slam hopes on track with a 59-3 bonus-point victory over Wales at a sold-out Cardiff Arms Park, where the hosts celebrated a record 8,862 attendance for women’s home match. ...

15 Apr 2023 at 16:52

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Wales head coach Ioan Cunningham has embraced talking to players about periods

Rugby boss Ioan Cunningham readily admits discussing the finer points of periods with his Wales women’s squad did not always come this naturally to him – or the athletes. Like many men, the former Bridgend ...

12 Apr 2023 at 13:06

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I’ve waited my whole life for this – Rosie Eccles ready to seize Olympic chance

Rosie Eccles believes the heartbreak of missing out on a place at the Tokyo Olympics will stand her in good stead when she finally realises a long-held boxing ambition in Paris next year. The 27-year-old ...

27 Sept 2023 at 12:10

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Wales captain Hannah Jones feeling the benefits of full-time contracts

Wales captain Hannah Jones has already witnessed an enormous improvement in her side as a result of the professional contracts issued to players for the first time last year. The initial swoop of ...

14 Apr 2023 at 09:00

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