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France pushed by brave Japan
France have opened their Rugby World Cup with a less than convincing win over Japan.
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Rugby: Northern refs to dominate World Cup
Northern Hemisphere referees look set to dominate the appointments for the Rugby World Cup.
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Rugby World Cup: Decision soon on venues
A decision on the reallocation of rugby World Cup pool matches is close.