Rugby News

Newcastle's signing of Andy Goode on a three-month contract might prove the best bit of business Dean Richards has done this season after he made a match-turning impact against Harlequins.

Exeter boss Rob Baxter has predicted "a real humdinger" when his Chiefs tackle Saracens in a top-of-the-table Aviva Premiership clash next Sunday.

Ospreys and Glasgow played out a hard-fought and entertaining 20-20 draw in the Guinness Pro12 clash at the Liberty Stadium.

France have lost centre Wesley Fofana for next weekend's Six Nations opener against Italy.

Exeter produced a powerful second-half performance to beat Worcester 30-15 in their Aviva Premiership clash at Sixways.

Wayne Bennett says his appointment as England coach could be finalised before he arrives in the country next month.

Brisbane Broncos coach Wayne Bennett is set to replace Steve McNamara as England coach, according to Sky sources. Barrie McDermott and Terry O'Connor discuss what he would bring to the side.

New Zealand produced a remarkable comeback to defeat South Africa 24-21 in the final of the Wellington Sevens.