Lloyds becomes first official back-of-shirt partner for men’s and women’s senior teams in deal that will accelerate the growth of rugby in England Landmark multi-year agreement unites two iconic brands to take the game forward together, providing significant investment for local community clubs and supporting the sport from grassroots to elite level The partnership is marked
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Rugby unites behind transformational new vision
Joint announcement issued by the RFU, PREM Rugby, PWR, Champ Rugby and RPA A landmark agreement to reform the structure of men’s professional rugby in England was overwhelmingly approved by an RFU Council vote today. The changes are a result of months of detailed work involving leading stakeholders (the RFU, PREM Rugby, Champ Rugby, Premiership Women’s
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RFU’s action plan to power women’s and girls’ rugby to 2030
RFU to build on strong foundations to capitalise on World Cup momentum Growing player numbers; fans and revenue key to maintaining momentum Action plan updated two years early in recognition of the dramatic change and success in the women’s and girls’ game since 2021 The Rugby Football Union (RFU) has today unveiled Every Rose: Our
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England Rugby and Scouts team up for exciting new initiative
England Rugby and Scouts have announced an exciting partnership aimed at equipping young people with essential life skills through the power of rugby. The initiative, which is part of the RFU’s community game investment and partnership, will introduce a comprehensive rugby programme across UK Scouts, offering numerous opportunities for young people to engage with the
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O2, RFU and Women’s Sport Trust launch the UK’s wearable report
O2, Rugby Football Union (RFU) and Women’s Sport Trust (WST) deliver the annual report as part of a long-term study into the visibility of the Red Roses The joint aim of the report is to deliver three ambitions as part of the partnership: close the gender awareness gap*, grow the fan base and increase matchday
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Meg Jones ruled out of autumn internationals and WXV
Megan Jones has been ruled out of the upcoming September internationals and the WXV 1 tournament. The centre has sustained a significant ankle injury which requires surgery. Red Roses head coach John Mitchell said: “It’s always upsetting when you lose a teammate to injury, especially someone with Meg’s personality, capability and leadership. “When you lose
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Allianz pledges long-term commitment to rugby
Twickenham Stadium to become Allianz Stadium, joining the Allianz global family of world-class stadia Strong focus and commitment to invest in community and grassroots Further investment in the England men’s and women’s teams One of the world’s leading insurers, Allianz, and the Rugby Football Union (RFU) today announce the next step in their partnership, as
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RFU and Continental Tyres kick off long-term partnership
Continental Tyres has become the Rugby Football Union (RFU), England men and Red Roses’ Official Partner and title sponsor of the Continental Tyres Schools Cup in a multi-year partnership. The partnership will focus on performance and safety on and off the pitch, through the RFU’s involvement with schools and other opportunities for both boys and
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Review into England’s World Cup performance not to be published
This secrecy is perfectly understandable, since everyone concerned in it is given the chance to say what they really think about things. That is the only sensible way to discover the truth. The RFU review divides into two: a technical review to be published this month; and a second ‘wider management review’ to get under
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Sixways to host Allianz Premier 15s final
The RFU has confirmed the 2021/22 Allianz Premier 15s final will be held at Sixways, the home of Worcester Warriors. The top four teams in the competition will progress to semi-final play-offs, played at the home ground of the top two teams on the weekend of 21 May/22 May with the finalists competing for the
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