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'When he speaks, you can hear a pin drop... We hang on his every word': Jamie George hails Owen Farrell as 'inspirational' as he gives fascinating insight on England's captain marvel
30/10/19 22:00
CHRIS FOY IN TOKYO: Owen Farrell has built a reputation as a lead-by-example England captain but on Friday he will gather his squad together and once again prove he has inspirational words as well as deeds. These are the moments that remain hidden from public view. These are the moments when plans are finalised, views are aired and bonds are strengthened. Farrell grew up as someone comfortable taking charge in a rugby context, but he has grown more accomplished as skipper of the national team....read
'I'd like these boys to steal my after-dinner gigs!': England legend Lawrence Dallaglio hopes Eddie Jones's men can write themselves into history books with World Cup win
30/10/19 22:00Sitting in Roppongi assessing England's chances in the World Cup final this Saturday, the man who won one and lost one believes that the 2019 team will soon join him in the pantheon.Wales full-back Liam Williams could MISS start of the Six Nations due to ankle injury which cruelly cut short his Rugby World Cup campaign
30/10/19 11:55WILL KELLEHER IN TOKYO: The Wales and Saracens star would have stayed in Japan if Wales had made the final, but flew back on Monday and has since undergone surgery on the injury.REVEALED: Captain Owen Farrell is England's top social media earner, raking in £921 per Instagram post as he leads Rugby World Cup charge (but don't tell him Cristiano Ronaldo pockets £780,000 for EVERY post)
30/10/19 11:50Farrell, who has led his country to Saturday's Rugby World Cup final against the Springboks in Yokohama, brings in £921 per sponsored post it has been discovered. That is way short of Ronaldo.A hotel fit for heroes: Inside the luxury £1,000-a-night Tokyo base where England are preparing for the Rugby World Cup final...and players really won't go hungry with 11 restaurants to choose from
30/10/19 11:10We're just days away from the conclusion of a fantastic 2019 Rugby World Cup. England take on South Africa in the final on Saturday and are staying at the Keio Plaza Hotel ahead of it.'Both teams should have a boat race and we could settle it that way!': Wales boss Warren Gatland jokes that a DRINKING GAME against New Zealand would be better than the Rugby World Cup third place play-off as he names his team for final game in charge
30/10/19 07:25WILL KELLEHER IN TOKYO: Warren Gatland joked Wales would rather play a drinking game against New Zealand than play the third-fourth playoff - but says his squad will be motivated to beat them.'I thought it was brilliant, quite imaginative too': New Zealand head coach Steve Hansen PRAISES England for their 'fantastic' response to the haka during Rugby World Cup semi... despite Eddie Jones' men being fined
30/10/19 06:59WILL KELLEHER IN TOKYO: Steve Hansen said he had no problems with England's response to the haka - which has seen them fined by World Rugby.England's Joe Cokanasiga nominated for World Rugby's Breakthrough Player of the Year award, with Eddie Jones, Maro Itoje and Tom Curry also in the running for gongs at Tokyo ceremony
30/10/19 06:45CHRIS FOY IN TOKYO: Joe Cokanasiga has been nominated for World Rugby's Breakthrough Player of the Year award -at the end of what has been a personally frustrating World Cup.'We know what they are going to bring': Vincent Koch hoping his inside knowledge of England's Saracens stars will give South Africa an edge as he prepares to face NINE club team-mates in Rugby World Cup final
30/10/19 06:35NIK SIMON IN TOKYO: South Africa prop Vincent Koch is hoping his inside track on England's Saracens contingent will come to the fore in Saturday's World Cup final.All eyes on Saturday: England ramp up their preparations for Rugby World Cup final against South Africa with their last intense training session in Tokyo as Owen Farrell and Jonny May take it easy after suffering dead legs
30/10/19 06:16CHRIS FOY IN TOKYO: England's players took part in their last intensive midweek training session on Wednesday before Eddie Jones finalises his line-up for the World Cup final against South Africa.It's a hat-trick for state school that educated THREE of the England team set to compete in Saturday's Rugby World Cup Final
30/10/19 02:19George Ford, Owen Farrell and Maro Itoje all attended St George's School, Harpenden in Hertfordshire. Jack Singleton, 23, was also educated at the school.RFU face eye-watering bill of more than £6m if England win World Cup after cash-strapped body chose not to insure against huge bonus payments
30/10/19 00:20The RFU are in line for an eye-watering bill of more than £6million in bonuses to players and staff if England beat South Africa in the World Cup final.John Smit was Springbok captain in 2007 when they beat England in the World Cup final... but with Eddie Jones now on the other side, he admits it's a complete role reversal
29/10/19 22:30EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW: Twelve years ago, Eddie Jones was on the other team. England were playing South Africa in the World Cup final and the Aussie coach had been up to his usual tricks.England's Kamikaze Kids are like Richie McCaw... except quicker! Defence coach John Mitchell pays the ultimate tribute to Sam Underhill and Tom Curry, having given the legendary All Blacks flanker his international debut in 2001
29/10/19 22:30CHRIS FOY IN TOKYO: Tom Curry and Sam Underhill have been acclaimed as turbo-charged English versions of the great modern-era openside icons - Richie McCaw and David PocockRugby World Cup final referee Jerome Garces is relaxed on the pitch and will reward the superior scrum
29/10/19 22:30DYLAN HARTLEY: Like most French referees, Jerome Garces is quite relaxed on the pitch. He's got a quiet confidence about himself and that's really important on the big stage.Eddie Jones set to stick by George Ford for Rugby World Cup final as England are boosted by likely recovery of Owen Farrell, Jonny May and Kyle Sinckler
29/10/19 22:00CHRIS FOY IN TOKYO: Eddie Jones is poised to retain the creative alliance of George Ford and Owen Farrell in England's backline for the World Cup final against South Africa on Saturday.MARTIN SAMUEL: Facing the Springboks is brutal but England want to fight fire with fire as they say, 'bring it on South Africa, hit us with your best shot, we can take it'
29/10/19 22:00MARTIN SAMUEL - CHIEF SPORTS WRITER IN TOKYO: South African rugby has a brand and, while successful, it is not always pretty. England will fight fire with fire.England are FINED 'a four-figure sum' for V-shape response to New Zealand's semi-final haka - even though All Blacks coach Steve Hansen now admits it was 'brilliant and quite imaginative'
29/10/19 21:45England have been reprimanded and fined by World Rugby for their unorthodox response to the haka five days ago. Owen Farrell and Co stood in a 'V' formation.Bring on the Box! England prop Kyle Sinckler packs a punch in training as he gears up for physical challenge of South Africa in World Cup final
29/10/19 19:20England's rampaging prop Kyle Sinckler showed he has quick hands to go with his impressive footwork during training on Tuesday. He laced up the boxing gloves and hit pads.South Africa's route to the World Cup final: Springboks were shocked into life by New Zealand defeat... they have been playing knockout rugby ever since and are hardened to the ultimate challenge ahead of playing England
29/10/19 18:51South Africa have effectively been playing knockout rugby ever since their defeat by New Zealand in their opener. Here, Sportsmail looks at their run to the final against England.Nigel Owens denied opportunity to referee Rugby World Cup final due to calf injury suffered during England's semi-final win over New Zealand
29/10/19 13:40Injuries are sadly part-and-parcel of sport and one has robbed the man who is widely-considered the best referee on the planet from officiating the upcoming Rugby World Cup final.'I don't think it was disrespectful': South Africa coach Rassie Erasmus insists England's V-shape response to All Blacks' haka was not a 'big issue'
29/10/19 13:36South Africa coach Rassie Erasmus has offered his support to Rugby World Cup final opponents England, insisting he didn't think their V-shape response to the haka was disrespectful.NICK EASTER: England WILL avenge our crushing 2007 World Cup final defeat by South Africa. Kamikaze Kids Sam Underhill and Tom Curry will shine - and Eddie Jones will simply have too much for the Boks
29/10/19 12:15NICK EASTER - 2007 WORLD CUP FINALIST: The Kamikaze Kids - Sam Underhill and Tom Curry - give England a huge advantage, and that will be telling on Saturday having breakdown specialists.Mike Tindall shares a loved-up selfie with Zara as they enjoy sightseeing on a trip to Tokyo with Peter Phillips ahead of Rugby World Cup final
29/10/19 11:39Mike Tindall, 40, shared the affectionate holiday snap with wife Zara, 38, on his Instagram stories. The couple can be seen beaming as they posed for the selfie while taking in the sights of Tokyo.Bring on the brutality! England's defensive mastermind John Mitchell says Eddie Jones' men will relish the physical battle with South Africa in the Rugby World Cup final... as he adapts gameplan for the Boks' 'direct' style
29/10/19 07:04CHRIS FOY IN TOKYO: England's defence guru has spoken throughout this World Cup about the team's innate 'brutality' - and he has acknowledged that they will need it on abundance on Saturday.CLASH OF THE GIANTS: Billy Vunipola challenges South Africa to 'bring it on' as England's 'big blokes' plan to fight fire with fire in a physical Rugby World Cup final
29/10/19 06:24NIK SIMON IN TOKYO: Billy Vunipola says England's big hits will be 'contagious' against South Africa in the World Cup final. The Springboks have talked up their physicality but England welcome it.You call us boring... but we don't care! South Africa boss Rassie Erasmus vows to stick by his 'dull' tactics as he plots England's downfall in Saturday's Rugby World Cup final
29/10/19 05:50WILL KELLEHER IN TOKYO: The Boks might be boring, but their boss Rassie Erasmus does not care. South Africa have faced criticism for their limited, combative style at the World Cup.Cheslin Kolbe IS fit to face England in the Rugby World Cup final, confirms head coach Rassie Erasmus
29/10/19 05:30WILL KELLEHER IN TOKYO: Rassie Erasmus confirmed that hot-stepping Springbok Cheslin Kolbe will be fit for the World Cup final - as he admitted South Africa can be boring.Frenchman Jerome Garces to referee England's Rugby World Cup final against South Africa despite his controversial role in Wales' semi-final exit... with Nigel Owens out injured
29/10/19 04:46Jerome Garces will referee the Rugby World Cup final between England and South Africa on Saturday- despite criticism of his role in Wales' semi-final exit on Sunday.England step up preparations for Rugby World Cup final against South Africa as injury replacement Ben Spencer trains with squad for the first time in Japan
29/10/19 01:51Eddie Jones's England squad returned to training on Tuesday ahead of the biggest match of their lives. England reached the World Cup final with a memorable win over holders New Zealand.England to have victory parade in London 'on Tuesday next week' if they win the Rugby World Cup
29/10/19 00:39Talks between the RFU and the mayor of London's office have been held with Tuesday, November 5 the likely date for the event. England face South Africa in Saturday's final in Japan.Sonny Bill Williams offered £4.5m deal by Toronto Wolfpack to return to rugby league... and New Zealand star would net highest salary EVER for either code if he decided to take it up
29/10/19 00:09New Zealand centre Sonny Bill Williams has been offered a stunning £4.5million-a-year deal to return to rugby league with Super League-bound Toronto Wolfpack.Cheslin Kolbe could be fit for the World Cup final against England with South Africa wing expected to recover in time from his ankle injury
28/10/19 23:48Kolbe sustained the knock in South Africa's quarter-final victory against hosts Japan in Tokyo, and was forced to sit out the Springboks' 19-16 win on Sunday against Wales in the semi-finals.MARTIN SAMUEL COLUMN: Lewis Hamilton's 'celebrity green' shtick is so hard to swallow. At a time of climate crisis, F1 is a very expensive luxury
28/10/19 22:30MARTIN SAMUEL - CHIEF SPORTS WRITER:You can't be a Formula One driver and lecture on saving the planet. You might think you can. But you can't.'The boys were unbelievable': World Cup winner Mike Tindall believes England's victory over All Blacks to reach 2019 final was best-ever tournament display - outshining the performances from 2003 triumph
28/10/19 22:07England's 2003 World Cup winner Mike Tindall believes England's semi-final win over New Zealand was their best ever performance at the tournament.As the first black South African to reach 100 caps, Tendai 'The Beast' Mtawarira has spent his career defying odds and blazing trails... now his sights are set on England
28/10/19 22:02INTERVIEW: The Beast is hoping for some beauty at the end of his Springbok story. Tendai Mtawarira's epic South African career could end with him clutching the World Cup on Saturday'It's a great opportunity for the kid': Eddie Jones insists new boy Ben Spencer is ready for World Cup final against South Africa as he challenges him to emulate All Blacks' 2011 hero Stephen Donald
28/10/19 22:01NIK SIMON IN TOKYO: Eddie Jones chuckled on Monday as he greeted Ben Spencer to England's team hotel with a pat on the back and an arm around the shoulder.'They're quicker, faster and stronger': England legend Jonny Wilkinson says Eddie Jones' side are more 'complete' than his 2003 World Cup winners
28/10/19 22:00WILL KELLEHER IN TOKYO: While the side from 16 years ago are so revered in the nation's sporting psyche, the icon from that team believes Owen Farrell's side are playing on a different level.JAMES HASKELL: At his very first meeting with the England team, Eddie Jones told us he would change our lives
28/10/19 22:00JAMES HASKELL: It was the usual setting in a meeting room at Pennyhill Park, where the lads took up their favourite places - me at the back with Danny Care, and Dylan Hartley sitting on the front row.Prince Harry reveals he will fly to Japan to watch England's World Cup Final against South Africa on Saturday before taking time off to celebrate Thanksgiving in the US with wife Meghan Markle
28/10/19 19:45The Duke of Sussex, 35, is patron of the Rugby Football Union and has regularly attended England games in the past - including the country's last World Cup victory against Australia in 2003.'He's off to Japan!': Sale Sharks send Ben Curry to watch twin brother Tom in the Rugby World Cup final thanks to a Twitter campaign... even though he's meant to be playing on Friday!
28/10/19 15:50Ben Curry, the identical twin of Tom Curry, the England flanker, is on his way to Tokyo to watch his brother play in the World Cup final, thanks to a social media campaign.England winger Jonny May is given the green light to face South Africa in the Rugby World Cup final despite picking up a knock against the All Blacks
28/10/19 12:03Winger May was among a host of players - including Kyle Sinckler, Anthony Watson and Owen Farrell - to pick up knocks in the bruising victory over the All Blacks on Saturday.Beware of the wardrobe: South Africa head coach Rassie Erasmus reveals he has been wearing a 'lucky shirt' en route to the Rugby World Cup final against England
28/10/19 10:53South Africa boss Rassie Erasmus (left) has found comfort in his 'lucky shirt' which he believes will spur the Springboks on to victory against England in the World Cup final on Saturday.CHRIS FOY: His England team are relaxed but focused... and Eddie Jones knows they have the power, finesse and variety of game plans to beat South Africa in Rugby World Cup final
28/10/19 10:41CHRIS FOY IN TOKYO: Eddie Jones is confident England are 'relaxed' ahead of their date with destiny, the Rugby World Cup final against South Africa on Saturday.England could be FINED for V-shape response to New Zealand's haka after players revealed that coach Eddie Jones was behind the tactic and admitted they 'knew it would rile the All Blacks'
28/10/19 07:43England will discover on Monday whether they'll face a fine for their V-shaped response to New Zealand's haka ahead of Saturday's Rugby World Cup semi-final.'Send him my best wishes for the third-place play-off': Eddie Jones hits back at Warren Gatland over his dig that England peaked too early with stunning win over All Blacks in Rugby World Cup semi-final
28/10/19 06:07CHRIS FOY IN TOKYO: Eddie Jones delivered a brutal riposte to Warren Gatland's suggestion that England may have peaked too soon - by mocking Wales' failure to reach the World Cup Final.George Ford reveals England stars dissected 2015 embarrassment to inspire journey to Rugby World Cup final
28/10/19 00:46George Ford says that England's 2015 World Cup flop was discussed 'at length' before their assault on global glory in Japan, where England became the first home nation to exit at the pool stage.'NFL's at Wembley': Wilfried Zaha shares hilarious post after Crystal Palace winger was RUGBY TACKLED by Matteo Guendouzi in Arsenal draw
28/10/19 00:21Wilfried Zaha was leading a counter attack for Crystal Palace in the dying stages of their 2-2 draw with Arsenal when Matteo Guendouzi came across to grab and drag the winger to the floor.Eddie's on final mission: Inspired England coach Jones eager to finish the job against South Africa
27/10/19 22:52NIK SIMON IN YOKOHAMA: Eddie Jones has insisted he will not be happy until his England side prove they are the best by lifting the World Cup on Saturday.SIR CLIVE WOODWARD: England must not under-estimate South Africa... but high tempo and intensity could prove key in blowing the Boks away with pace
27/10/19 22:47SIR CLIVE WOODWARD: If England can replicate the intensity and precision that they displayed against New Zealand then I am struggling to see how South Africa can match such an approachFading to grey: All Blacks fans face reality after devastating semi-final defeat by England in Rugby World Cup
27/10/19 22:31LAWRENCE BOOTH IN CHRISTCHURCH: After Yokohama, New Zealand was the second-best place in the world to be English - All Blacks fans' smiles had been replaced by ashen faces.All Blacks destroyed by rugby's equivalent of shock and awe. England's landmark triumph summed up by their amazing start to the game
27/10/19 22:31MARTIN SAMUEL - CHIEF SPORTS WRITER IN YOKOHAMA: In the aftermath of what might be the most magnificent victory in English rugby history, Eddie Jones was playing it straight.MARK CLATTENBURG: Wilfried Zaha clearly dived to win a penalty against Arsenal - so why did VAR interfere?
27/10/19 22:31MARK CLATTENBURG MY VERDICT: Watching England in the Rugby World Cup semi-final, I did not agree with the decisions of TMO but at least I understood them.The greatest ever performance... by every measure, this was the pinnacle of English test rugby
27/10/19 22:31SIR CLIVE WOODWARD: Was Saturday's World Cup semi-final win over New Zealand England's greatest ever performance? Yes, unquestionably, would be my answer.SPORTS AGENDA: Fish and chips Prince wins over the fans... while FA chairman Greg Clarke didn't know about Bury's plight
27/10/19 22:31SPORTS AGENDA BY MIKE KEEGAN: Sheffield United's new chairman, Prince Musa'ad, has made it his business to immerse himself in the city, and sought advice from locals on the best places to eat.England want to get physical? Bring it on! South Africa promise to 'fight fire with fire' as Springboks embrace underdog status ahead of Rugby World Cup final
27/10/19 22:30NIK SIMON IN YOKOHAMA: Having watched Eddie Jones' side batter the All Blacks on Saturday, they took the opportunity to declare themselves as underdogs for the World Cup final.MARTIN SAMUEL: Deep down, Eddie Jones may be pleased to be playing South Africa in the Rugby World Cup final and avoid canny Warren Gatland
27/10/19 22:30MARTIN SAMUEL IN YOKOHAMA: Eddie Jones would have appreciated the absence of surprise in this match and its bruising, competitive closeness. Maybe he will have approved of the outcome.England's 'V' response to the Haka was golden while New Zealand face a dilemma on how to rebuild fallen empire
27/10/19 22:30CHRIS FOY'S WEEKEND VERDICT: England's 'V' formation to face the Haka added to the sense of occasion and anticipation. The whole circus has become too choreographed.'They're dangerous, no matter what': Jonny Bairstow insists New Zealand are out for revenge as he targets dominant era ahead of next year's Twenty20 World Cup
27/10/19 21:16LAWRENCE BOOTH IN CHRISTCHURCH: Jonny Bairstow has warned of a New Zealand backlash in response to July's remarkable World Cup final.England hoping to follow blueprint of the All Blacks as Jonny Bairstow targets dominant era ahead of next year's Twenty20 World Cup
27/10/19 19:11Jonny Bairstow thinks England are following a similar blueprint in their quest for further honours to the one that allowed the New Zealand rugby union team to flourish for much of the last decade.'I couldn't ask for any more of these players': Warren Gatland praises Welsh effort after South Africa semi-final defeat... as Justin Tipuric eyes up one more World Cup victory
27/10/19 15:41WILL KELLEHER AT THE YOKOHAMA STADIUM: Warren Gatland told his Wales players to hold their heads high despite the devastation of their World Cup semi-final exit to South Africa.England rugby fans in a mad scrum for World Cup final tickets as prices soar to more than £10,000-a-seat following heroic victory over New Zealand
27/10/19 14:41Demand for tickets to see England take on South Africa in the final in Japan on Saturday has seen prices soar, with some seats costing well over £10,000 on re-sale sites (pictured, fans in London).'The way it turned out was tough to take': Wales fly-half Dan Biggar rues missed opportunity after Rugby World Cup semi-final defeat by South Africa
27/10/19 14:32Dan Biggar (left) admitted it was 'tough to take' after Wales' World Cup dream ended in Yokohama. Wales' 19-16 semi-final loss to South Africa means they will face New Zealand in the third place play-off.'Sometimes teams play their final in semi-finals': Wales coach Warren Gatland questions if England can repeat their New Zealand heroics against South Africa
27/10/19 14:11Warren Gatland questioned whether England might have played their World Cup final a game early as Welsh interest in the Webb Ellis Trophy ended in Yokohama.PLAYER RATINGS: South Africa's Pieter-Steph du Toit and Duane Vermeulen win physical battle as Wales' Gareth Davies and Ross Moriarty falter in World Cup semi-final
27/10/19 12:27WILL KELLEHER AND NIK SIMON AT THE YOKOHAMA STADIUM: South Africa edged a battling Wales in a tight World Cup semi-final on Sunday to book their spot in the tournament decider.Eddie Jones will be content with what he saw during South Africa's win... a World Cup final against Wales would have been random but England now know they face a physical onslaught
27/10/19 12:26MARTIN SAMUEL AT THE YOKOHAMA STADIUM: The gentleman in the Houston Texans baseball cap sat in the stand scribbling his notes. He will not have needed exhaustive entries.'It's so painful, I've been there and it still kills me today': Mike Phillips offers sympathy to Wales after Rugby World Cup semi-final exit as Gareth Thomas says they 'put everything on the line'
27/10/19 11:34Retired scrum-half Mike Phillips admits he felt for Wales after they missed out on the Rugby World Cup final with a 19-16 defeat by South Africa.Wales 16-19 South Africa: Heartbreak for Warren Gatland's side as Handre Pollard strikes decisive penalty for Springboks late on to set up Rugby World Cup final against England
27/10/19 10:52CHRIS FOY AT THE YOKOHAMA STADIUM: Some time soon, Welsh rugby will realise what it has had and what it has lost. Not this World Cup campaign, but their coach and captain.'It's gut-wrenching': Steve Hansen left choking back the tears after losing to England in World Cup semi-final
27/10/19 10:45England produced a superb performance to beat the pre-tournament favourites 19-7 to reach the final for the first time since 2007, and Hansen was emotional as he reflected on the defeat.Eddie Jones attempts to look incognito in NFL hat as England head coach watches World Cup final opponents South Africa edge Wales in Yokohoma
27/10/19 10:31Eddie Jones went undercover in Yokohoma - disguising himself as a fan of the NFL's Houston Texans as he scouted Rugby World Cup final opponents South Africa against Wales.George North forced out of Wales' Rugby World Cup semi-final against South Africa despite valiantly trying to play on after injuring his hamstring
27/10/19 10:01Warren Gatland's side were trailing the Springboks 6-9 when the Ospreys player pulled up in the 40th minute with half-time looming.Wales 16-19 South Africa - Rugby World Cup semi-final 2019 RESULT: Heartbreak for Warren Gatland's side as late Handre Pollard penalty ensures Springboks will play England in final
27/10/19 07:59Wales take on South Africa today in the Rugby World Cup semi-final today as they look to progress the final for the first time in their history. Follow LIVE ACTION RIGHT HERE to see who will face England.England's Willi Heinz ruled out of Rugby World Cup final after sustaining a hamstring problem in sensational win over New Zealand as Ben Spencer is called into squad for showpiece
27/10/19 07:26Heinz came on in the 63rd minute of the stunning 19-7 semi-final victory over the All Blacks that has booked England a final berth against either South Africa or Wales on Saturday.'When I am not playing for England I am a fan': Chris Robshaw denies it was a bittersweet feeling watching victory against New Zealand
27/10/19 01:14EXCLUSIVE BY GARY FITZGERALD FOR THE MAIL ON SUNDAY: Chris Robshaw denied it was a bitter-sweet feeling watching England smash the All Blacks without him.'To get to a semi-final is massive': George North ready to deliver in one of the biggest matches of his career as Wales face South Africa
27/10/19 01:02WILL KELLEHER IN TOKYO: George North is ready to deliver in one of the biggest matches of his nine-year Test career on Sunday.'If you want to read more go to the sport section': New Zealand press left distraught after World Cup defeat by England... producing an all black front page to mark shock loss
26/10/19 23:03The All Blacks suffered a shock loss at the hands of Eddie Jones' men on Saturday - ending their hopes of landing the World Cup for the third tournament in a row.'If you want to spend time outside I'll give you a rugby education': All Blacks coach Steve Hansen left fuming at reporter after being questioned over team's attitude in defeat by England
26/10/19 22:28NIK SIMON IN YOKOHAMA: The double World Cup-winning coach, who is stepping down at the end of the tournament, was furious when asked if his players turned up with the wrong attitude.Manu Tuilagi plays key part in England's success against New Zealandafter overcoming struggles
26/10/19 21:55NIK SIMON IN YOKOHAMA: When Manu Tuilagi walked off the pitch, having strained every sinew in his body, he clasped his hands in prayer and looked up at the night sky.Day the myth was SMASHED... by demolishing All Blacks, England can stake a claim as the new kings of rugby
26/10/19 21:31OLIVER HOLT - MAIL ON SUNDAY CHIEF SPORTS WRITER IN YOKOHAMA: England beat an aura. An ideal. They beat a legend. Perhaps even a myth. They beat gods. They beat a haka. They beat beauty.Still seeking answers 16 years on from kicking England to victory in Sydney, but now he's handing the baton over to Owen Farrell... will Jonny Wilkinson finally be able to throw off the weight of history?
26/10/19 21:31EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW BY OLIVER HOLT IN TOKYO: Wilkinson says he is not the man who kicked that Rugby World Cup winning drop goal in 2003. To his relief, most of that man has gone.
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- Fans claim Kishane Thompson 'was ROBBED' in 100m final after he was beaten by America's Noah Lyles by FIVE THOUSANDTHS of a second
- Phil Foden poses with a prize catch as the Man City star rounds off his pre-season holiday by landing a huge fish on a five-day family trip to a £14-a-day lake
- The moment a South Korean Olympian breaks down in TEARS as he fails to avoid national military service after missing out on a medal in men's golf
- Team GB men's hockey side suffer penalty shootout heartbreak against 10-man India as they crash out of the Paris Olympics
- Convicted child rapist Steven van de Velde CRASHES OUT of Olympics in last-16 stage as the Dutch beach volleyball player is again loudly booed
- Dina Asher-Smith is reduced to tears during BBC interview as the Team GB star admits she is 'running angry' in the 200m after 100m sprint exit
- Former Sky Sports presenter Richard Keys - 'the once hairiest man on TV' - undergoes hair transplant treatment in bizarre video
- 'How embarrassing': Fans react as Estonia's Karel Tilga's pole vault attempt goes wrong during decathlon at Paris Olympics
- Olympics fans stunned by Femke Bol's voice after clip resurfaces of sprinter months before she stole 4x400 gold for the Netherlands
- Snoop Dogg leaves fans in stitches as he dons bizarre equestrian outfit to watch dressage with close pal Martha Stewart at Olympics: 'Snoop Thee Stallion'
- Gender row boxer Imane Khelif breaks down in tears after beating Hungary's Anna Luca Hamori to guarantee medal at the Paris Olympics
- Imane Khelif BEATS Anna Luca Hamori via unanimous decision despite being docked a point for holding as gender row boxer guarantees medal
- Footage of Yusuf Dikec doing the EXACT same pose in 2011 when he won the World Cup Series resurfaces after pic of Turkish shooter goes viral
- Olympics chief makes blunder in unexpected presser before defending Imane Khelif and Lin Yu-Ting's participation in women's boxing
- Simone Biles wins ANOTHER Olympic gold! USA gymnastics legends triumphs in vault final to make more history at Paris Games Makes more history
- Italian boxer who lost to 'failed gender test' Khelif will receive Olympic champion prize money from International Boxing Association
- Chelsea locked in talks with Conor Gallagher to avoid England star going into exile after he was told he will NOT be part of first-team squad - as Atletico set deadline for Blues midfielder to agree £34m move
- Keely Hodgkinson eases to victory in 800m Olympic heat as Team GB superstar advances in quest for athletics gold medal
- Duncan Scott wins Olympic silver in men's 200m medley as the Team GB star becomes Scotland's greatest-ever Olympian with eighth medal - while Leon Marchand collects fourth gold in Paris
- Novak Djokovic is booed in semi-final win as he clashes with umpire and his own box... but recovers his composure to set up rematch with Carlos Alcaraz at Paris Olympics
- Bryony Page hopes to run away to the circus after springing to gold as the Brit bounces clear of rivals... then sets her sights on Cirque du Soleil
- Team GB star praised for showing an 'elite mentality' in honest interview after finishing eighth in the BMX final at the Paris Olympics
- Convicted child rapist Steven van de Velde and the Netherlands reach the last-16 in the beach volleyball at the Paris Olympics... as the Dutchman is again booed loudly by spectators
- New look for Cristiano Ronaldo? Al-Nassr star seen sporting a pair of glasses while on holiday in Madrid with Georgina Rodriguez!
- Louis van Gaal, 72, gives latest health update as he battles prostate cancer and reveals his surprise at being offered shock job by a European giant
- Boxer Sitora Turdibekova leaves ring in TEARS after taking brutal blows during Olympic beating by second 'failed gender test' Lin Yu-ting
- Liverpool unveil new 'night forest' away kit - and will debut the £125 strip in final USA pre-season tour clash against fierce rivals Man United this weekend
- MAN UNITED CONFIDENTIAL: Rasmus Hojlund recovers in a cryotherapy chamber - and why Leny Yoro's absence isn't all bad
- Dan Evans SOBS as Olympics and Team GB team-mate Andy Murray's career comes to an end after their heartbreaking exit from the men's doubles
- Andy Murray jokes he 'never even liked tennis anyway' minutes after his glittering career comes to an end... as he makes a change to his social media bio
- Man City Erling Haaland jokingly scolds reporters after they fail to welcome the Norwegian superstar to pre-season press conference
- Revealed: What Italian opponent of 'biological male' boxer at centre of Olympics row told her corner after she WITHDREW from fight after 46 seconds
- BBC presenter Clare Balding breaks down in TEARS live on air as Andy Murray's stunning career comes to an end with Olympic doubles heartbreak in Paris
- Adam Peaty hands HUGE boost to Team GB ahead of relay races as swimming superstar is pictured back in the pool just days after a positive Covid test
- Leny Yoro could be out for TWO MONTHS amid fears he's fractured his metatarsal in blow for Man United - with new signing spotted on crutches
- Carlos Alcaraz and Rafael Nadal are knocked OUT of the Paris Olympics as dream Spanish pairing fall short in men's doubles against USA
- Fred Sirieix fights back tears as he tells his daughter Andrea Spendolini-Sirieix live on air that he is 'bursting' with pride after bronze medal
- Saudi Arabia unveil 11 new futuristic stadium concepts in their bid to host 2034 World Cup - with a 92,000-capacity mega-ground to host the final
- EXCLUSIVEJohn Barnes on Jurgen Klopp 'stealing his thunder' before Arne Slot's arrival and what Darwin Nunez must do to be the 'best in the world'
- Brazilian swimmer breaks silence after she was BANISHED from the Olympics for sneaking out 'to go on a night out in Paris' with her boyfriend
- The blueprint for Sir Jim Ratcliffe's new stadium plan? SoFi Satdium has a 120-yard screen, jaw-dropping luxury suites and a futuristic roof
- Lamine Yamal 'UNFOLLOWS his TiKTok influencer girlfriend' after she was shown in a viral video sitting on another boy's lap
- Mason Greenwood scores just 30 minutes into his first Marseille appearance after his £30m move from Man United, as Roberto De Zerbi's side impress
- Tom Daley's diving partner Noah Williams breaks down in tears after winning Olympics silver - as he pays tribute to former coach who passed away
- Matt Richards reveals he thought he had touched the wall FIRST after missing out on Olympic gold in 200m freestyle final to David Popovici by 0.02sec
- 'Seems like he's reinvented himself after his West Ham loan': Kalvin Phillips is mocked by fans as clip of midfielder dwelling on the ball goes viral
- French cyclist knocked-out in HORROR Olympic mountain bike crash BUT her coach declares she will 'come back STRONGER'
- Son of ex-Liverpool star who won the Champions League in 2005 signs scholarship contract with the Reds as he follows in father's footsteps
- Fans impressed after 'middle-aged man disrobes to just a Speedo' before diving into the pool to retrieve lost property
- Adam Peaty reveals what son George, 3, told him after his Olympic heartbreak in Paris - as he admits he thought he'd won gold in incredibly close finish
- Fencing fury as world No 1 Sandro Bazadze rages at referee for 'killing' him, before ranting: 'The Olympic Games... fairness, where is fairness?'
- Trent Alexander-Arnold is spotted signing a young Real Madrid fan's shirt during holiday with Jude Bellingham
- West Brom's pre-season 'friendly' against Mallorca turns violent as fight breaks out as Jayson Molumby PUNCHES opponent
- Endrick moved to tears as '43,000 fans' turn up to see his Real Madrid unveiling at the Santiago Bernabeu just days after the Brazilian teen finally joined
- Marcus Rashford's luxury Range Rover hit by 'drink driver' in shock incident with Man United team-mate Tyrell Malacia taken to hospital
- Team GB WIN their first medal of the Olympic Games as Yasmin Harper and Scarlett Mew Jensen claim bronze in 3m synchronised diving
- Heavy rain continues to wreck havoc at Paris Olympics as swimming practice for men's triathlon is thrown into doubt... with concerns over River Seine safety
- Watch the INCREDIBLE transformation of an Olympic swimming pool - as £300m La Defense Arena prepares to welcome Adam Peaty
- Meet Team GB's WAGs: Gordon Ramsay's influencer daughter, the dental hygienist-turned entrepreneur and ex- Geordie Shore star
- Andy Murray shares fan's hilarious post that claims tennis star 'will start rusting out in the rain' during eye-catching Paris Olympics opening ceremony
- EXCLUSIVESpoonfuls of caviar, $500 tips and giant TVs with his victorious fights on loop... how boxing great Floyd Mayweather likes to party
- She wants a Porsche if she wins gold at the Paris Olympics but Team GB's poster girl is just as driven on the track - meet the REAL Keely Hodgkinson
- Fans claim that PSG star Achraf Hakimi is driving the Morocco team bus at the Olympics in France in viral video - or is it an uncanny resemblance?
- 'Who is this and what has he done with Mikel Arteta?': Fans are left shocked by Arsenal manager's appearance in new video as he previews new season
- Max Verstappen fires back at critics as he tells them to look at his trophy cabinet and DENIES claims Red Bull have told him to stop staying up late
- Mason Greenwood 'set to pocket £14,000-a-month in rent from Leny Yoro', as Man United's £52m signing 'snaps up his £2MILLION mansion' after Old Trafford exit
- Man City hopeful Rodri's potential ban for chanting 'Gibraltar is Spanish' at Euro 2024 celebration party will not impact Champions League campaign
- Paul Pogba gives update after being handed a four-year doping ban, as ex-Man United and Juventus star opens up on 'difficult time'
- Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola mocks his player Jack Grealish for reaching the latter stages of a quick-thinking game in pre-season
- BRENTFORD'S GREATEST EVER PLAYER: The Bees owe a lot to the goals of David McCulloch... but who do YOU think is the club's all-time star?
- Graeme Souness singles out Man United captain Bruno Fernandes for 'throwing in the towel' as he SLAMS lack of leaders in modern football
- Jarrad Branthwaite has NO intention of signing a new Everton contract unless Goodison Park chiefs match the wages offered by Man United
- Paddy 'The Baddy' Pimblett opens up on mental health struggles ahead of UFC 304 and reveals his coaches considered 'pulling him out' of fight
- Man United urged to be 'ruthless' in selling Harry Maguire this summer by Dwight Yorke, with a SHOCK move to Premier League rival proposed
- Ben White 'considering a shock return to the England set-up' after Gareth Southgate's departure and the exit of Steve Holland
- Andy Murray has not spoken to Emma Raducanu since her withdrawal ended his Wimbledon farewell and defends mother Judy's reaction
- Jose Mourinho lashes out at UEFA after making winning start to life at Fenerbahce, as Edin Dzeko nets hat-trick in Champions League qualifier
- Revealed: The video footage that shows Charlotte Dujardin whipping horse 'like an elephant in a circus' - as dressage star is suspended in shame
- The real reason seats at Anfield have been covered up after Liverpool fans thought Trent Alexander-Arnold could be signing a new contract
- Man United fans rave over 'leaked' Old Trafford tunnel redesign after video shows traditional walkway's 'stunning' overhaul ahead of new season
- Francis Ngannou opens up on the death of his 15-month-old son during emotional interview - as ex-UFC champion reveals how it 'broke' him
- Chelsea winger Mykhailo Mudryk unveils new hairstyle after cutting off long blonde locks in favour of eye-catching 'Top Boy'-inspired trim
- Wayne Rooney's footballer son Kai, 14, wows fans in training video as they claim he 'learnt from his dad' - and call for him to join Man United's first team!
- England hero Ollie Watkins pictured in Milan with fiancee Ellie Alderson after proposing on holiday as he puts Euro 2024 agony behind him
- What happened to Leon Goretzka? Fans shocked by Bayern Munich midfielder's body transformation as some joke that Harry Kane is to blame
- Shocking moment Norwegian referee shows a PHYSIO a red card - on weekend of chaos where anti-VAR protests caused abandoned match
- Real Madrid goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois throws CAKE at fans AGAIN after joining Steve Aoki on stage at Tomorrowland in Belgium
- Jack Grealish is 'STILL on edge after £1m raid on his £5.6m home eight months ago' - as Man City star 'worries thieves will never be caught'
- Alexander Zverev and Arthur Fils clash in heated Hamburg Open final after Frenchman unleashes controversial underarm serve during the match