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‘I’m proud to be a citizen here’: Rugby’s Rory Kockott becomes French

The South African-born scrum-half played for the French national side and won two titles with Castres

How to watch the rugby world cup on French TV for free

All of the remaining Rugby World Cup matches, including the final, are on TF1

French rugby assault case puts spotlight on trial by social media

Online platforms should protect the presumption of innocence of anyone appealing a conviction, says French lawyer

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‘Rugby is the reason for my move to France’

International rugby referee shares his love of Gers and the difference between French and English rugby

Strangers’ kindness and three other good news articles from France

We also look at how Japanese rugby fans cleaned up a stadium after a match and a group of fishermen’s determination to save a blue lobster from the plate

A heart, a cat, and a rugby star: Three good news stories from France

Our pick of three happy news stories to take you into the weekend

Rugby World Cup in Nice is boost for South African foodie tour guide

After a life changing move to the south of France, Nadia Farmer is ready to delight rugby fans with a taste of Nice

This Friday’s French air traffic controller strike is called off

It means visitors travelling in for Rugby World Cup matches will not be affected. The union has also said it would not strike during the 2024 Paris Olympics

Three world cup All Blacks delight Lyon restaurant - and eat for 12

The boss of the Mexican restaurant, who is a rugby fan, says he was like a ‘starstruck boy’ when the rugby players came into his restaurant

Rugby World Cup: Key points to check for supporters coming to France

We pass on tips from English-speaking countries’ governments, and the apps and sites that can help in case of difficulties

Rugby exclusive: How France became the team to beat in World Cup

Former national rugby coach Philippe Saint-André tells us how ‘les Bleus’ were transformed into winners

Mystery of British rugbyman found dead at bottom of cliffs in Dinard

The man was part of the British team playing in the military rugby world cup which is being held in Brittany

French air traffic controllers call for a one-day strike in September

All major airports in France set to be affected and action could impact fans travelling to the Rugby World Cup

Language learner spotlight on florid French of rugby's Ronan O’Gara

The Irish legend can be an inspiration for language learners after his motivational speech as coach at Stade Rochelais became a social media hit

Watch: Macron downs a beer in one, sparking criticism in France

One doctor said the stunt had sent a ‘disastrous message’ to young people

Strikes, sports events, rising energy bills: The week ahead in France

This week (January 30-February 5) also sees the presentation of a new proposed law on immigration, an anti-racism plan and a rise in interest on some savings accounts

Olympics, carnival, Tour de France: Cultural events in France in 2023

We look at how to get Olympics tickets, the mascot controversy and other events to look forward to

Planes, trains, ferries, Eurostar: eight France travel updates

P&O sackings are condemned by MPs, new French air routes are announced, PACA TER ticket prices increase and more

Stade Toulousain rugby coach joins heart-warming support of Welsh boy

Former All-Blacks player Jerome Kaino, who lives in France, joined thousands of big names to send messages of support after the boy was mocked online because of his weight

Encouraging news from British rugby player James Lasis injured in Nice

Sportsman sends upbeat message to his French rugby ‘family’ from his hospital bed following three months of intensive rehabilitation treatment in the UK

Paralysed British rugby star will return to France after UK treatment

Rugby player James Lasis suffered a life-threatening injury playing for his French club Stade Niçois in Nice. He vows to return to France after rehabilitation

View from the crowd: French invade Twickenham for European rugby final

Sally Ann Voak joined 10,000 fans at the Champions Cup final between Toulouse and La Rochelle on Saturday as rugby finally welcomes back crowds

France’s rugby president is under police investigation

Several prominent French rugby figures, including the president of the French Rugby Federation (FFR), have been taken into police custody as part of an investigation into a potential conflict of interest violation.

Covid-19: 'French pro rugby to kick off in September'

Clubs hope to open grounds to public when 2020/21 season begins

Covid-19 leaves professional French rugby in limbo

Like all sporting events, the Covid-19 lockdown in France has brought rugby at every level to a standstill

France has world’s only chapel dedicated to rugby

Did you know? The only chapel dedicated to rugby in the world is at Larrivière-Saint-Savin in the Landes.

French rugby owes female stars more than €1,600/month

New part-time contracts for internationals are a start - but these athletes deserve full-time deals

French surgeon warns on rugby head injuries

A neuro-surgeon has warned that rugby has to take “drastic” action to reduce head injuries after the deaths of two players in France.

Dan Carter’s déjà-vu with Top 14 rugby win

All Black legend Dan Carter says he thought nothing could match winning the Rugby World Cup in 2015... but that was until he won France’s Top 14 championship with Racing 92.

Changing times of Jean-Pierre Rives

With France confirmed as hosts of the 2023 Rugby World Cup, Jane Hanks spoke to former French captain Jean-Pierre Rives, now a successful sculptor.

Origins of Le Crunch

A brief history of the term used to describe rugby internationals between England and France

Six Nations surprise for Franco-Scottish golden couple

Couple's 11-year-old grand-daughter wrote to Scottish Rugby, to tell them her grandparents met at the Scotland v France Five Nations match 50 years ago