England hero makes mark as Gunners fight back to see off their wealthy, newly promoted opponents

Fiji’s first victory over European opposition ended a sobering campaign for Sean Lynn’s side

Reigning champions New Zealand are in action as the Women’s Rugby World Cup gathers pace

Another huge win for England shows value of front-rowers who don’t normally get the plaudits

Goals from Johnson and Palhinha help Spurs show new manager early signs of promise

The New Zealand great shows no sign of bowing out of international rugby ahead of World Cup

The Observer’s guide to picking the perfect team

The biggest Women’s World Cup in history will bring increased scrutiny, with research showing bigger dangers for female players

And the rugby was memorable too as the tourists return in triumph, a series victory safely in the bag

The odds of the Lions tour moving to France or Argentina feel slimmer now after how well the Wallabies played

Centre reporting his concussion ‘has done more to stop rugby’s brain injury crisis than years of campaigning’

The Lion’s decision makers show up to guide them to second Test turnaround

Flanker helps bring down Australia in first Test after controversy over his selection

Welsh captain’s absence speaks to a nation’s recent rugby struggles

Centre, wing and back row are the key combinations where Lions must click if they’re to beat Aussies

Some things are really worth waiting for... especially for those who leave it late to reach their peak

Farrell jnr may not even play in the next game, according to Farrell snr, so why is he on tour at all?

Her very British reaction to winning is most refreshing of all

The huge bags of kit doled out to players are just one aspect of an extraordinary backroom operation