World Rugby to look into controversial Spanish loss World Rugby has contacted Rugby Europe after Spain complained bitterly about the refereeing during their defeat by Belgium on Sunday which meant they missed a chance to qualify for the 2019 World Cup. Rugby • 19 Mar 18
World Rugby to look into controversial Spanish loss World Rugby has contacted Rugby Europe after Spain complained bitterly about the refereeing during their defeat by Belgium on Sunday which meant they missed a chance to qualify for the 2019 World Cup. Rugby • 19 Mar 18
World Cup qualifying: Germans take another step closer Holders Germany took a significant step towards qualifying for next summer's World Cup in Russia with a hard-fought 2-1 win in the Czech Republic. Soccer • 02 Sep 17
World Cup qualifying: Germans take another step closer Holders Germany took a significant step towards qualifying for next summer's World Cup in Russia with a hard-fought 2-1 win in the Czech Republic. Soccer • 02 Sep 17
Scots start Gregor Townsend reign with Italy stroll Gregor Townsend began his reign as Scotland head coach with a 34-13 victory over Conor O'Shea's Italy in Singapore, while Japan warmed up for their two-Test series against Ireland with a 33-21 defeat of Romania. Rugby • 10 Jun 17
Scots start Gregor Townsend reign with Italy stroll Gregor Townsend began his reign as Scotland head coach with a 34-13 victory over Conor O'Shea's Italy in Singapore, while Japan warmed up for their two-Test series against Ireland with a 33-21 defeat of Romania. Rugby • 10 Jun 17
Iordanescu steps down as Romania boss Romania have parted company with boss Anghel Iordanescu and will announce his replacement before the end of the European Championship. Euro 2016 • 27 Jun 16
Iordanescu steps down as Romania boss Romania have parted company with boss Anghel Iordanescu and will announce his replacement before the end of the European Championship. Euro 2016 • 27 Jun 16
As it happened: Sunday at Euro 2016 France and Switzerland played out a 0-0 draw low on thrills but a result that sees both sides into the final 16 at Euro 2016. See how it all unfolded here. Euro 2016 • 05 Jul 16
As it happened: Sunday at Euro 2016 France and Switzerland played out a 0-0 draw low on thrills but a result that sees both sides into the final 16 at Euro 2016. See how it all unfolded here. Euro 2016 • 05 Jul 16
Romania face mounting injury woes Romania face mounting injury problems ahead of their decisive Euro 2016 tie with Albania following a bruising 1-1 draw with Switzerland. Soccer • 15 Jun 16
Romania face mounting injury woes Romania face mounting injury problems ahead of their decisive Euro 2016 tie with Albania following a bruising 1-1 draw with Switzerland. Soccer • 15 Jun 16
Swiss edge closer to knock-out stages Admir Mehmedi's spectacular volley denied Romania a first win at Euro 2016 as Switzerland snatched a 1-1 draw and moved closer to a place in round-16. Euro 2016 • 15 Jun 16
Swiss edge closer to knock-out stages Admir Mehmedi's spectacular volley denied Romania a first win at Euro 2016 as Switzerland snatched a 1-1 draw and moved closer to a place in round-16. Euro 2016 • 15 Jun 16
Five things we learned from France v Romania Payet's brilliance, Giroud's finishing flaws, Romania's stubborn defence and more... Euro 2016 • 15 Jun 16
Five things we learned from France v Romania Payet's brilliance, Giroud's finishing flaws, Romania's stubborn defence and more... Euro 2016 • 15 Jun 16
Peerless Payet wins Euro 2016 opener for France Dimitri Payet was the hero for France as his 89th-minute strike gave the hosts a 2-1 victory over Romania in the first game of Euro 2016 at the Stade de France. Euro 2016 • 15 Jun 16
Peerless Payet wins Euro 2016 opener for France Dimitri Payet was the hero for France as his 89th-minute strike gave the hosts a 2-1 victory over Romania in the first game of Euro 2016 at the Stade de France. Euro 2016 • 15 Jun 16
As it happened: France 2-1 Romania Euro 2016 hosts France are off to a winning start at the tournament thanks to a moment of genius from Dimitri Payet. Read how it all unfolded here. Euro 2016 • 10 Jun 16
As it happened: France 2-1 Romania Euro 2016 hosts France are off to a winning start at the tournament thanks to a moment of genius from Dimitri Payet. Read how it all unfolded here. Euro 2016 • 10 Jun 16
Pierre Le Pup - Euro 2016 Predictions Pierre Le Pup can predict Euro 2016 matches like no other - watch as he calls the winner of tonight's opening game between France and Romania. Euro 2016 • 10 Jun 16
Pierre Le Pup - Euro 2016 Predictions Pierre Le Pup can predict Euro 2016 matches like no other - watch as he calls the winner of tonight's opening game between France and Romania. Euro 2016 • 10 Jun 16
Hosts keen to make positive start on opening night France coach Didier Deschamps believes it’s crucial for the hosts to make a positive start when they kick off their Euro 2016 campaign against Romania at the Stade de France tonight. Euro 2016 • 10 Jun 16
Hosts keen to make positive start on opening night France coach Didier Deschamps believes it’s crucial for the hosts to make a positive start when they kick off their Euro 2016 campaign against Romania at the Stade de France tonight. Euro 2016 • 10 Jun 16
Romania set to batten down hatches against France Romania are confident they can weather a France storm in the early stages of their game against the Euro 2016 hosts in the Group A opener at the Stade de France on Friday. Euro 2016 • 09 Jun 16
Romania set to batten down hatches against France Romania are confident they can weather a France storm in the early stages of their game against the Euro 2016 hosts in the Group A opener at the Stade de France on Friday. Euro 2016 • 09 Jun 16
Home comfort for disrupted France France will be hot favourites to top group A, while Switzerland, who finished second on England's qualifying group, will fancy their chances against Romania and Albania. Euro 2016 • 07 Jun 16
Home comfort for disrupted France France will be hot favourites to top group A, while Switzerland, who finished second on England's qualifying group, will fancy their chances against Romania and Albania. Euro 2016 • 07 Jun 16
International friendly round-up: Romania on song Romania scored two early goals on their way to a leisurely 5-1 victory against a listless Georgia side at the National Arena in their final Euro 2016 warm-up on Friday. Euro 2016 • 03 Jun 16
International friendly round-up: Romania on song Romania scored two early goals on their way to a leisurely 5-1 victory against a listless Georgia side at the National Arena in their final Euro 2016 warm-up on Friday. Euro 2016 • 03 Jun 16
Ukraine beat sloppy Romania 4-3 in warm-up Ukraine delivered a statement of intent by beating Romania 4-3 in a lively encounter on Sunday after taking advantage of sloppy defending in their penultimate friendly before Euro 2016 kicks off in France next month. Euro 2016 • 03 Jun 16
Ukraine beat sloppy Romania 4-3 in warm-up Ukraine delivered a statement of intent by beating Romania 4-3 in a lively encounter on Sunday after taking advantage of sloppy defending in their penultimate friendly before Euro 2016 kicks off in France next month. Euro 2016 • 03 Jun 16
Romania aiming to emulate Greek class of 2004 With a team ethic built on discipline plus a strong defence, Romania bear more than a passing resemblance to the Greece team which sprang out of nowhere to win Euro 2004. Euro 2016 • 03 Jun 16
Romania aiming to emulate Greek class of 2004 With a team ethic built on discipline plus a strong defence, Romania bear more than a passing resemblance to the Greece team which sprang out of nowhere to win Euro 2004. Euro 2016 • 03 Jun 16
Romania name Euro 2016 challengers In-form striker Denis Alibec has been included in Romania's 23-man squad for Euro 2016. Euro 2016 • 01 Jun 16
Romania name Euro 2016 challengers In-form striker Denis Alibec has been included in Romania's 23-man squad for Euro 2016. Euro 2016 • 01 Jun 16
Euro 2016 review: Albania make first major finals World champions Germany and perennial also-rans Albania do not share much in common in soccer but both were united in joy on Sunday when they qualified for Euro 2016 in France along with Romania and Poland. Soccer • 11 Oct 15
Euro 2016 review: Albania make first major finals World champions Germany and perennial also-rans Albania do not share much in common in soccer but both were united in joy on Sunday when they qualified for Euro 2016 in France along with Romania and Poland. Soccer • 11 Oct 15
EURO 2016 Round-up: Moutinho puts Portugal through Portugal made certain of their place in the finals as a Joao Moutinho goal was enough to see off Denmark 1-0 in Braga. Soccer • 08 Oct 15
EURO 2016 Round-up: Moutinho puts Portugal through Portugal made certain of their place in the finals as a Joao Moutinho goal was enough to see off Denmark 1-0 in Braga. Soccer • 08 Oct 15
Romania players rewarded with beer by coach Romania coach Lynn Howells will allow his players some beer to toast the biggest comeback in Rugby World Cup history, but it will only be a couple given their fourth Pool D match is only a few days away. Rugby • 07 Oct 15
Romania players rewarded with beer by coach Romania coach Lynn Howells will allow his players some beer to toast the biggest comeback in Rugby World Cup history, but it will only be a couple given their fourth Pool D match is only a few days away. Rugby • 07 Oct 15
Romania surge back to beat Canada Romania surged back from 15-0 down to beat Canada 17-15 in a dramatic Rugby World Cup Pool D match. Rugby World Cup 2019 • 06 Oct 15
Romania surge back to beat Canada Romania surged back from 15-0 down to beat Canada 17-15 in a dramatic Rugby World Cup Pool D match. Rugby World Cup 2019 • 06 Oct 15
PODCAST: Ireland looking forward to Italian job RTÉ Sport’s Gary Moran and Wes Liddy are joined by former Ireland hooker Bernard Jackman to look back at Ireland’s win over Romania and to preview the upcoming clash with Italy. Rugby World Cup 2019 • 28 Sep 15
PODCAST: Ireland looking forward to Italian job RTÉ Sport’s Gary Moran and Wes Liddy are joined by former Ireland hooker Bernard Jackman to look back at Ireland’s win over Romania and to preview the upcoming clash with Italy. Rugby World Cup 2019 • 28 Sep 15
Madigan starts at 10 as Schmidt makes 12 changes Ireland coach Joe Schmidt has made 12 changes to his starting team to play Romania with Ian Madigan named at out-half. Rugby World Cup 2019 • 25 Sep 15
Madigan starts at 10 as Schmidt makes 12 changes Ireland coach Joe Schmidt has made 12 changes to his starting team to play Romania with Ian Madigan named at out-half. Rugby World Cup 2019 • 25 Sep 15
Vital that Ireland use squad depth, says Horgan A veteran of the 2007 World Cup shambles, Shane Horgan knows more than most the importance of changing things up when it comes to team selection. Rugby World Cup 2019 • 25 Sep 15
Vital that Ireland use squad depth, says Horgan A veteran of the 2007 World Cup shambles, Shane Horgan knows more than most the importance of changing things up when it comes to team selection. Rugby World Cup 2019 • 25 Sep 15
