Who is in the Rugby World Cup 2023?

Who is in the Rugby World Cup 2023?

The RugbyWorld Cup 2023

Toulouse will host 5 Rugby World Cup matches in 2023. Although the rugby capital is a staunch supporter of its Stade Toulousain team, which is the country’s most successful thanks to its 5 victories in the European Cup, it is also a fervent supporter of the French national team, which boasts a great many Toulouse locals in its ranks.

So, if you want to experience the passion of rugby in 2023, head to Toulouse!

Toulouse, the capital of the oval ball, is a city that knows how to party. From pre-match to the third half, Toulouse is certainly the ideal destination to follow the events of the forthcoming Rugby World Cup.

Rugby World Cup matches 

Sunday 10th September JAPAN – CHILE match from Group D

Friday 15th September NEW ZEALAND – NAMIBIA match from Group A

Saturday 23rd September GEORGIA – WINNER OF THE PLAY-OFF match from Group C

Thursday 28th September JAPAN – SAMOA match from Group D

Sunday 8th October FIJI – WINNER OF THE PLAY-OFF match from Group C

Official tickets for the Rugby World Cup France 2023

Le Stadium de Toulouse

All Rugby World Cup matches are played at Le Stadium de Toulouse, easily accessible from the city centre by public transport and shuttle buses.

Located on the Ile du Ramier, in the middle of the River Garonne, the venue holds 33,500 spectators.

It is the venue for major international sporting events and has already hosted matches in the 1998 Football World Cup, and two previous editions of the Rugby World Cup: in 1999, when the matches in Pool C were played in France, and in 2007.

Le Stadium is also the setting for major concerts, such as Michael Jackson's Dangerous World Tour in 1992 and Big Flo & Oli's concert in Toulouse in 2019.

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From 16th to 24th September 2023, the Côte d’Azur capital will host several of the world’s leading rugby nations at the Stade de Nice.

D-365 before the Rugby World Cup 2023 in Nice!


Official program

Follow the 4 group matches of the Rugby World Cup 2023 live from the Stade de Nice or on all the sites that will broadcast the event (bars and restaurants).

  1. Wales – Winner of final qualifying tournament / 16th September 2023
  2. England – Japan / 17th September 2023
  3. Italy – Uruguay / 20th September 2023
  4. Scotland – Asia / Pacific 1 / 24th September 2023



Chile has defeated Canada by a score of 33-24 in the second leg of the Americas 2 Qualifier for Rugby World Cup 2023, giving them an aggregate 54-46 victory in the two-match series.

October 9, 2021 (Valparaiso, Chile) – Chile has defeated Canada by a score of 33-24 in the second leg of the Americas 2 Qualifier for Rugby World Cup 2023, giving them an aggregate 54-46 victory in the two-match series. Chile has now qualified for the Americas 2 playoff versus USA who lost the Americas 1 playoff to Uruguay earlier today. Canada is no longer in contention for qualification.

Canada started well on a clear, sunny day in Valparaiso as Peter Nelson converted a penalty after four minutes to give Canada a 3-0 lead. Chile then took over the run of play, and after 15 minutes Videla had converted two penalties and Chile carried a 6-3 lead into the second quarter. Chile #10 Fernandez broke the game open in the 23rd minute, gathering brilliantly from a kick and beating multiple defenders to touch down the first try of the match. Some stout Canadian defense on the goal-line prevented another Chilean score, however Videla would convert a third penalty in the 33rd minute which would allow Chile to take a 16-3 lead into halftime.

Canada again started the half well, putting the Chilean lineout defense under pressure that led to a yellow card to #2 Bohme. Only a minute later, Eric Howard would touch down from the back of a Canadian maul with Nelson adding the conversion to close the gap to 16-10. However, Chile answered back almost immediately off a quick tap penalty, as second phase ball saw #3 Dittus drive over the line. Videla would add another penalty ten minutes later as Djustice Sears-Duru was shown a yellow card, and Chile’s lead grew to 26-10 heading into the final quarter of the match.

Canada were determined not to go quietly, and playing down a man found a response in the 65th minute as replacement hooker Andrew Quattrin was the beneficiary at the back of another Canadian maul. Nelson added the difficult conversion and the score stood 26-17 with 15 minutes to play. It was Fernandez again who would supply an answer for Chile, this time as the creator by beating the primary Canadian defense and offloading to Videla to score with 12 minutes remaining. Canada fought until the end – forcing a second Chilean yellow card to #18 Lues in the 73rd minute. Consistent pressure saw Kainoa Lloyd get around on the outside for a try with replacement flyhalf Rob Povey adding the conversion on the last play of the match to make the final 33-24 for Chile.

“First off, I must congratulate the Chilean Rugby Union and wish them the best of luck as they move forward in the qualifying rounds,” stated Rugby Canada CEO Allen Vansen. “This is a hugely disappointing result - although we remain proud of the staff and players and the efforts they made over the past months, we all know the expectations for Canadian rugby are rightfully higher.” Vansen continued, “We are excited about the young players that made their debuts this year and those that are coming through our performance pathways. We will do everything possible to ensure their development continues over the coming seasons. Rugby Canada is currently undergoing a review of our High Performance programs – the Men’s 15s program, and recent results, will be a focus.”

Canada’s Men’s Rugby Team now shifts their preparation to Europe in November, as they are scheduled to play world #19 Portugal on November 6th and then a week later versus #27 Belgium on November 13th. Match details will be confirmed in the near future.

Americas 2 Qualifier (Match 2) scoring summary:

Canada 24 (Eric Howard, Andrew Quattrin, Kainoa Lloyd tries; Peter Nelson 2 cons, 1 pen; Rob Povey 1 con)

Chile 33 (Rodrigo Fernandez, Matias Dittus, Santiago Videla tries; Videla 3 cons, 4 pens)

HT: 3-16


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Rugby Canada is headquartered at the Al Charron National Training Centre in Langford, BC, with staff also working from Vancouver, Toronto and Ottawa. Rugby Canada business operations, programs and events are delivered nationwide, including the internationally recognized HSBC Canada Sevens annual tournaments.

Who is playing in the Rugby World Cup 2023?

Twelve of the 20 teams qualified automatically by finishing in the top three places of their Rugby World Cup 2019 pool. These 12 teams are: South Africa, New Zealand, England, Wales, Ireland, France, Australia, Japan, Scotland, Argentina, Fiji and Italy.

What teams have qualified for the Rugby World Cup 2023?

Qualifying Pathway.
Europe 1 & 2. Georgia Qualified for RWC 2023. Romania Qualified for RWC 2023. ... .
Americas 1 & 2. Uruguay Qualified for RWC 2023. Chile Qualified for RWC 2023. ... .
Oceania. Samoa Qualified for RWC 2023. View info..
Asia/Pacific. Tonga Qualified for RWC 2023. ... .
Namibia Qualified for RWC 2023. View info..
FQT Winner. View info..

What group is England in for the Rugby World Cup 2023?

The draw for RWC 2023 has placed England in Pool D with Japan, Argentina and Samoa, alongside one as yet unknown qualifier.

Is USA in Rugby World Cup 2023?

Eagles have one final shot at World Cup 2023 So far three teams have been confirmed: the USA, Portugal and Kenya, with the winner of a playoff between Hong Kong and Tonga to take the remaining spot.