Welsh Rugby Union news

• New WRU boss identifies Welsh rugby's big problem and has plan to win World Cup

  09-09-2026 15:49 via walesonline.co.uk
  
  The WRU's new technical director has returned to Welsh rugby and believes Wales can get back to the very top
  
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• Scotland international now available to Wales as he lands new club deal

  11-09-2026 10:39 via walesonline.co.uk
  
  The versatile back has six caps for Scotland but is eligible to represent Steve Tandy's side
  
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• Welsh rugby star finally returns eight months after nightmare illness put him in hospital

  11-09-2026 10:16 via walesonline.co.uk
  
  The 32-year-old hasn't played since January, following an infection that left him unable to walk
  
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• Springboks and All Blacks in tense meeting and world star arrives to play in Wales

  11-09-2026 08:49 via walesonline.co.uk
  
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• Ebbw Vale captain Parry hunts World Cup with Canada

  11-09-2026 05:20 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Flanker Sion Parry aims to lead Ebbw Vale to success in Super Rygbi Cymru in the build-up to the Rugby World Cup with Canada.
  
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• One year until first women's Lions Test - will it be a success?

  11-09-2026 05:14 via bbc.co.uk
  
  With the first British and Irish Lions women's Test 12 months away, BBC Sport looks at how preparations are going and whether the tour will be a success.
  
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• Two Welsh-qualified talents picked for England U20s as WRU face big battle

  10-09-2026 19:24 via walesonline.co.uk
  
  The WRU faces a tough battle for young Welsh-qualified talent
  
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• Welsh youngster stepping out of shadows in bid to make big break with Wales

  10-09-2026 18:24 via walesonline.co.uk
  
  Wales need to find some depth at scrum-half
  
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• Six Nations winner married pop star and pursued TV career before returning to rugby

  10-09-2026 18:05 via walesonline.co.uk
  
  The former England full-back lived a glamourous life, then sold houses in New York - but is now back in the UK
  
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• Jac Morgan teams up with Prince of Wales after suffering family tragedy

  10-09-2026 16:51 via walesonline.co.uk
  
  The Wales and Lions star joined forces with Prince William in Liverpool to help launch a new project
  
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• Dragons set bold URC target as CEO makes feelings clear on WRU plans

  10-09-2026 16:07 via walesonline.co.uk
  
  The Dragons have set themselves some ambitious targets for the 2026/27 season
  
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• Billy Boston's son pays tearful tribute at dad's funeral as announcement made during ceremony

  10-09-2026 15:46 via walesonline.co.uk
  
  One of Wales' greatest sporting sons was laid to rest on Thursday, with thousands lining the streets of Wigan to pay tribute
  
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• World Rugby in talks over major Six Nations change as chief confirms plans

  10-09-2026 13:55 via walesonline.co.uk
  
  This would be a major change for the Six Nations
  
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• World Rugby in talks over major Six Nations change as chief confirms move

  10-09-2026 13:55 via walesonline.co.uk
  
  This would be a major change for the Six Nations
  
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• Dragons feel extra pressure after avoiding WRU cut

  10-09-2026 13:27 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Dragons set target of making the United Rugby Championship play-offs after avoiding being cut under Welsh Rugby Union plans.
  
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• 'I thought I was done with it' - star explains Wales U-turn after three-year exile

  10-09-2026 12:53 via walesonline.co.uk
  
  Tomas Francis made his international return in this year's Six Nations
  
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• WRU consider return of axed national rugby team as chief reveals '100% priority'

  10-09-2026 12:25 via walesonline.co.uk
  
  The WRU's new technical director Rhys Long is looking at ways to bridge the gap between age grade and senior rugby
  
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• Springboks legend quotes Nigel Owens as he piles into accused All Blacks star

  10-09-2026 11:14 via walesonline.co.uk
  
  The recent Test between the two sides threw up a moment of controversy involving Roigard
  
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• Springbok legend quotes Nigel Owens as he piles into accused All Blacks star

  10-09-2026 11:14 via walesonline.co.uk
  
  The recent Test between the two sides threw up a moment of controversy involving Roigard
  
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• Siwan Lillicrap backs Wales star Alex Callender for Lions Tour call-up

  10-09-2026 10:25 via walesonline.co.uk
  
  Alex Callender captained Wales to a win over the Barbarians and Lillicrap believes her compatriot will make the trip to New Zealand
  
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• All Blacks make plea to referee in Springboks match and Anscombe issue resolved

  10-09-2026 08:33 via walesonline.co.uk
  
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• Wales may turn to seven new players before World Cup as Wallabies star to qualify

  09-09-2026 18:28 via walesonline.co.uk
  
  Time is running out for those hoping to force their way into Steve Tandy's World Cup plans, but there are new options to look at
  
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• Six Nations and Lions legend now a full-time farm worker in new life

  09-09-2026 16:31 via walesonline.co.uk
  
  Rory Best achieved almost everything with Ireland, but he's now back on his family farm
  
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• Wales prodigy goes through 'toughest period' after double squad snub

  09-09-2026 12:59 via walesonline.co.uk
  
  The highly-rated youngster has missed out on the last two international squads after making his debut last year
  
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• Teenage rugby player dies suddenly as club 'devastated' by tragedy

  09-09-2026 12:13 via walesonline.co.uk
  
  Tributes have poured in for the teenager following the tragic news
  
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• World Rugby slammed as 'scandalous' Springboks v New Zealand situation emerges

  09-09-2026 11:37 via walesonline.co.uk
  
  One of the world's two best sides probably won't reach the semi-finals in Australia next year
  
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• Welsh rugby stalwart who played for Barbarians steps away from club after 31 years

  09-09-2026 10:48 via walesonline.co.uk
  
  Richard Morris - better known as George - has been a stalwart at Aberavon for over three decades
  
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• England bosses make decision on Steve Borthwick's future as announcement made

  09-09-2026 09:09 via walesonline.co.uk
  
  The England head coach found himself under mounting pressure earlier this year
  
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• Henry Pollock gets answer to £1m demand and All Blacks hit by Springbok warning

  09-09-2026 08:26 via walesonline.co.uk
  
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• The Bluebird hoping to fly high in Welsh rugby

  09-09-2026 07:32 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Rising star Amy Williams trades the Cardiff City bluebird for the three feathers of Welsh rugby.
  
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