Slater released after nightclub scuffle
Australia full-back Billy Slater has been released without charge after being detained by police this morning.
International
Ciraldo likely to require surgery
Italy back-rower Cameron Ciraldo will not travel home with team tonight, after suffering an injury in the defeat to Tonga on Sunday.
Banned Ferguson to miss New Zealand clash
Dale Ferguson will miss Scotland‘s World Cup quarter-final against New Zealand on Friday after being handed a two-match ban.
Kite backs proposed dual-qualification ruling
Tonga captain Brent Kite has added his backing to the dual-qualification rules that are being proposed for the international game.
Minichiello: World Cup still a success for Italy
Captain Anthony Minichiello says the World Cup has still been a success for Italy, despite missing out on the quarter-finals.
Wallace thrilled by Scotland progress
Peter Wallace, Penrith Panthers‘ new halfback, believes his 13,000-mile trip to the UK has been vindicated following confirmation that Scotland will take their place in the world Cup quarter-finals.
Napolitano calls for Italy Super League franchise
A Super League franchise based in Italy should be looked at, according to national team boss Carlo Napolitano.
Five things: Farewell Steve, soft Sims and Sonny Bill
Neil Barraclough takes a look at the weekend just gone, including Ben Westwood calling Fiji opposite number Tariq Sims “soft”.
World Cup Report: Tonga 16-0 Italy
Scotland are through to the quarter-finals of the World Cup after Tonga beat Italy 16-0 at The Shay.
World Cup Report: Wales 24-28 Cook Islands
The Cook Islands defeated Wales 28-24 to claim their first ever World Cup victory.
World Cup Preview: Tonga v Italy
It’s quite simple – Italy need to beat Tonga to book a quarter-final date with New Zealand on Friday.
World Cup Preview: Wales v Cook Islands
Wales and Cook Islands have released their 19-man squads for their final Rugby League World Cup 2013 match on Sunday in Neath.
World Cup Report: Australia 50-0 Ireland
Australia rounded off their group campaign with a third straight win, after scoring nine tries in a 50-0 victory over Ireland.
“Superhuman” Prescott an inspiration to McNamara and England
England coach Steve McNamara paid tribute to Steve Prescott in the post-match press conference following the 34-12 win over Fiji.
World Cup Report: England 34-12 Fiji
England suffered a first half scare before running in five second half tries to beat Fiji 34-12 and book a quarter-final date at Wigan next Saturday.
World Cup Preview: Ireland v Australia
The Rugby League World Cup goes to Ireland on Saturday night, as Mark Aston’s men host the giants of Australia at Thomond Park in Limerick.
World Cup Preview: England v Fiji
England‘s quarter-final destiny will be decided by their final group game against Fiji in Hull on Saturday.
World Cup Report: New Zealand 56-10 Papua New Guinea
World champions New Zealand were once again in ominous form at times as they defeated Papua New Guinea 56-10 at Headingley.
Scotland dedicate win to Ben Fisher
Scotland dedicated their win over USA to hooker Ben Fisher, cruelly injured in the warm-up of what would have been his last game.
Matterson hopes referee frustration doesn’t cost his players
USA coach Terry Matterson says his players were left frustrated by a lopsided penalty count in the second half of their defeat to Scotland.
World Cup Preview: New Zealand v Papua New Guinea
New Zealand will be looking to maintain their 100% record at the tournament as they take on Papua New Guinea at Headingley on Friday.
Maki can’t wait for Craven Park return
Papua New Guinea forward Enoch Maki says he cannot wait to return to Craven Park for Hull KR next season.
World Cup Report: Scotland 22-8 USA
Scotland face an anxious wait until Italy‘s match on Sunday to see if they’ve earned a place in the World Cup quarter-finals, following a 22-8 win over USA.
Leuluai drafted in to New Zealand squad
Thomas Leuluai has been drafted in to New Zealand‘s 19-man squad for their clash against Papua New Guinea on Friday.
McIlorum set for England World Cup debut
Michael McIlorum is in line for his first World Cup appearance for England against Fiji on Saturday.