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WORLD CUP TO BE LIVE ON TWITTER

  Football fans will be able to watch the eagerly awaited World Cup start on Twitter, according to Tesla CEO Elon Musk. On social media on Saturday, the CEO of Twitter announced that the social platform would stream live coverage of the opening match between the tournament's hosts, Qatar, and Ecuador. He went on to suggest that the game would include live commentary. 'Sunday is the first World Cup game! Watch on Twitter for the best coverage and current commentary,' thus according Musk. Despite Musk not providing any links or hashtags to use, the decision will be important for soccer fans who rely on a few of the free-to-air channels or set-top boxes for coverage. Only Kenya's KBC TV, a free-to-air channel, has announced plans to broadcast around 28 of the games for the general audience. The competition, which will run from November 20 through December 18, will feature 32 teams. Eight groups will compete.

All Blacks Survive A Late England Comeback to claim a draw

Will Stuart, an unlikely Twickenham hero, saved England in an exciting Autumn Nations Series tie with New Zealand with a last-ditch try and Marcus Smith's conversion. With replacement prop Stuart scoring two tries and Freddie Steward adding another, the hosts crossed the line three times in the last eight minutes of a game that appeared to be lost. For a large portion of the match, New Zealand outperformed the home team and looked poised to win for the fourth time in a row at Twickenham. Dalton Papali'i and Codie Taylor scored two tries in the opening seven minutes, and Rieko Ioane added a third try that appeared to be retaliation for their World Cup semifinal loss to Eddie Jones' team four years prior. But in the 72nd minute, Stuart forced his way over the line from a metre away, and Beauden Barrett was shown a yellow card. As Steward crossed over in wide open space for their second try and Stuart put the ball down in the final minute at a bouncy Twickenham, the man advant...

A Finn Russell Masterclass as Scotland Put Away Argentina

At BT Murrayfield, Finn Russell put on a spectacular performance as Scotland defeated an unruly Argentina 52-29. The fly-half was in outstanding form as he contributed significantly to five tries during Argentina's hour-long period with a man-down following Marcos Kremer's dismissal. At that point, Matias Orlando had countered Sione Tuipulotu's opening kick, giving Los Pumas an 8-7 lead. But from that point on, Scotland took control, with Russell playing a key role in Duhan van der Merwe and Darcy Graham's touchdowns. Scotland led 19-15 at the break regardless of a try from Matias Alemanno, but after the interval, Russell kept working the strings to get Graham in for his second. The Los Pumas were then reduced to 12 players after losing Alemanno and second-row teammate Tomas Lavanini to the penalty box in a matter of minutes. However, Emiliano Boffelli managed to score for Argentina before Tuipulotu's second try seemed to seal the victory. Thomas Gallo and Scotland...

Paul Odera Quits as Simba's Head Coach

Following the Kenya Simbas' 22-18 defeat to Hong Kong in the final match of the 2023 Rugby World Cup Repechage in Dubai, Paul Odera announced his resignation as the team's head coach. The performance in Dubai, which most have attributed to off-field problems rather than on-field ones, came after a difficult few months for Odera as the head coach of the national side. In his letter of resignation, Odera states that he accepts full responsibility for the team's failure to advance to the Rugby World Cup in 2023. “Sadly, we have failed to qualify for the World Cup and I take accountability for the on field results. However, a national team’s results have more than one measurable besides the head coach. There are others who are also accountable and responsible for a sustainable financial strategy, building a high performance environment, arranging competitive fixtures and creating a pathway for players from the grassroots to the Simbas,” the tactician pointed out in his resigna...

Georgia get one over Wales at The Principality

Georgia defeated Wales for the first time at Principality Stadium, rallying from nine points behind to win 13–12. Wales led 12-3 at halftime thanks to two tries by Jac Morgan. However, when Alex Cuthbert was sent off, Georgia had room in the backfield, and Alexander Todua scored to cut the gap to two points. With three minutes left, Luka Matkava converted the pressure from the imposing Georgian attackers into points with a long-range penalty, and the Lelos managed to secure the victory. Georgia had a remarkable year and is getting ready for the Rugby World Cup in the best way possible. This summer, Georgia defeated Italy for the first time. On the other side, Wales' inability to score after the 24th minute and occasionally being unable to produce clear-cut chances raises serious concerns. They now play Australia in a key encounter the following weekend after failing to replicate their enthusiasm in the 20-13 triumph over Argentina a week earlier.

Italy humbled by Springboks

In a hectic and occasionally hysterical Autumn Nations Series match at Stadio Luigi Ferraris, South Africa defeated Italy 63-21 thanks to an outstanding second half performance. Despite only having a two-point lead in the 45th minute, the Springboks suddenly changed gears to outscore Italy, scoring seven tries, four of which came from the replacement players, as the hosts, maybe worn out after their historic victory over Australia, ran out of gas. Even while South Africa's first victory of the season was far from flawless, it served as a stark reminder of their offensive ability, and they now return home having defeated one of Europe's burgeoning powers.

World Cup chief reveals what will happen if people hold hands in Qatar

What will happen to people that hold hands throughout the competition has been disclosed by the Qatari World Cup's CEO. In the Gulf State, public expressions of affection will be permitted, according to Nasser Al Khater. "Look, we've always said that everybody is welcome here. All we ask is for people to be respectful of the culture.' he said. "Everybody is welcome here and everybody will feel safe when they come to Qatar. Everybody. But it's not me that I'm worried about. It's those ones that are messaging me. It's those people that aren't in the public eye that are scared to even be themselves and walk the streets." Many supporters are still hesitant about what they can and cannot do in the Middle East, despite Al Khater's assurances. Eight of the tournament's sites will not sell alcohol to spectators, it was declared yesterday. Additionally, there are still concerns regarding how the LGBT+ community will be received upon arriva...