England put one foot in the World Cup quarter-finals but not before they were caught up in yet more controversy, this time over the match balls. Johnson's side crushed Romania.

Follow all the World Cup action as England and Scotland clash at Eden Park in Auckland. It's crunch time for both of these sides as one of them will be leaving the tournament.

Stay up to date with all the news as Ireland and Wales go head-to-head for a place in the Rugby World Cup semi-finals at the Wellington Regional Stadium.

Sportsmail brings you all the news as England go for a place in the World Cup semi-finals at the expense of France at Auckland's Eden Park.

Relive the action as defending champions South Africa were dumped out of the World Cup by Australia at the Wellington Regional Stadium.

Relive the action as hosts New Zealand staked a place in the World Cup semi-finals after a hard-fought victory over Argentina at Eden Park.

Relive the action as France secured their place in the World Cup final with a tense 9-8 victory over Wales at Eden Park.

Relive the action as New Zealand overcame Australia by 20 points to six to secure their place in the Rugby World Cup final. Ma'a Nonu scored the only try of the game.

RFU chief executive Ian Ritchie believes the sport is in a better place to capitalise on a Rugby World Cup boom than it was in 2003 when Jonny Wilkinson's drop goal created a surge in interest.

England have been forced to ditch Manu Tuilagi from their World Cup plans after he pushed two female police officers in the chest as they tried to arrest him for grabbing a taxi driver's throat.

Up to 4.4 million of Britain’s workforce of 31million might skip work in the autumn to watch the Rugby World Cup, according to jobs website CV-Library.

The RFL and Super League say they are 'appalled' after the game between Catalans Dragons and Warrington Wolves ended in brawls on the pitch and in the stands.

King, a security consultant and club director, whose lifelong love look to pull off a huge upset against St Helens at Old Trafford, agreed to secure his family home against the cash-strapped club.

South Sydney Rabbitohs said on Wednesday that their captain Sam Burgess has been forced to quit the sport due to a chronic left shoulder injury, ending one of rugby league's greatest careers.

Toronto Wolfpack are closing in on the signing of the dual-code international, who played his last match for the All Blacks in the World Cup bronze medal win over Wales in Tokyo last Friday.

Australia will play Italy, Fiji and Scotland in Group B while New Zealand face Lebanon, Jamaica and Ireland in Group C. Tonga, Papua New Guinea, Wales and Cook Islands make up Group D.

The disgraced cross-code star has already proved the most contentious signing in the competition's 25-year history after joining the Dragons on a one-year deal.

IAN HERBERT: It doesn't take a leap of imagination to see why Israel Folau felt he would find sanctuary at Perpignan, in the lee of the Pyrenees. His compatriot and team-mate James Maloney observed that.

Rugby league fans turned out in their numbers as Salford came from 14-2 down to stun Betfred Super League leaders Wigan 18-14 in a dramatic finish at the AJ Bell Stadium.

Leeds Rhinos could face punishment from the Rugby Football League after taking a decision not to travel to their Super League fixture with Catalans Dragons in Spain.

Super League clubs have been warned they must make a seismic U-turn and reunite with the Rugby Football League if they are to survive the coronavirus crisis.

Tributes have been paid to Widnes legend and former Great Britain captain Frank Myler, who has died aged 81.

The 12 Super League clubs broke away from the RFL midway through 2018 in a bid to increase revenues with the current television deal with Sky up for renewal next year.

Manny Pacquiao knocked down Keith Thurman in the first round and persevered for an exciting split-decision victory on Saturday night, adding a third straight win to his career resurgence.

James Franco was subpoenaed by Johnny Depp's legal team after he was caught snuggling with Amber Heard on surveillance video taken inside an elevator at her LA apartment building.

The 41-year-old actor was spotted in character on set in Times Square, New York City, after he was reportedly subpoenaed by the Edward Scissorhands star

She is currently being sued for defamation by her ex-husband Johnny Depp as the Pirates of the Caribbean actor claimed she negatively impacted his career.

These Hollywood darlings have been linked since September of 2018, and now they're starring in a film together. Lily-Rose Depp and Timothee Chalamet appeared at the premiere for The King.

Phil Penman spent 15 years in New York City as a Hollywood pap, shooting Tom Cruise, Katie Holmes, Madonna, Johnny Depp, Britney Spears, Mike Tyson and countless others.

The model and actress, 20, took a break from her usually glamorous lifestyle to pick up her groceries at her local store in Los Angeles on Tuesday.

Johnny Depp has been ordered to submit his drug and alcohol medical records by the judge presiding over his £50m defamation case against ex wife Amber Heard.

Johnny Depp's libel trial in London against The Sun, which accused him of beating his ex-wife Amber Heard, has been adjourned due to the coronavirus (pictured, Depp in February).

Depp is suing Heard in Virginia over a Washington Post op-ed in which she said she was a domestic abuse survivor. He denies abuse and says the article cost him his role as Captain Jack Sparrow.

The 56-year-old actor-rocker - who's amassed 3.4M followers since joining Instagram last Thursday - wrote: 'I was and remain, somewhat, in shock! An incredible experience!'

The actress, 31, has enthused she feels 'honoured' by her new role as she joins the likes of Game of Thrones' Gemma Whelan and broadcaster Edith Bowman on the panel.

Maisie Williams put her best fashion foot forward as she and boyfriend Reuben Selby led the stars at Christopher Kane's LFW show, on Monday.

Richard Madden posted a shirtless selfie from a gorgeous mountainside and proceeded to get roasted by some celebrity friends and praised for his hunky physique by fan followers.

The Game Of Thrones actress, 22, cut a casual figure in cow print joggers and a grey checked trench coat as she and her boyfriend Reuben Selby arrived in Paris on Saturday.

The Game Of Thrones actress, 24, bundled up in sporty layers, masking any hint of a possible bump. Sophie dressed down in a New York Giants hoodie with matching blue and red track pants

The 24-year-old actress was seen hanging out with friends in Cabo San Lucas with a light blue towel wrapped around her torso. At one point, Sophie ditched the towel as she danced around barefoot.

Sophie Turner entertained herself on Thursday by practising her make-up skills on a surprisingly willing Joe Jonas.

They have been isolating together whilst the UK is in lockdown. But Reuben still managed to pull off some birthday surprises for Maisie Williams as she celebrated her 23rd birthday in their home.

Joe Jonas and his pregnant wife Sophie Turner wore face masks, as they emerged for the first time in nearly a month to walk their beloved pups on Thursday in Los Angeles.

Scientists found singletons were much more likely to be captivated by their date if they ate something sweet. Tucking into puddings made men and women more attracted to other people, they said.

Government sources have indicated Boris Johnson wants schools to begin to reopen on June 1, although unions have expressed concern about safety. TUC's Frances O'Grady is pictured.

On the desk in front of the Queen was her Auxiliary Territorial Service (ATS) khaki-coloured peaked cap - part of her uniform when she undertook National Service as a teenage princess in February 1945.

The Bundesliga's plan to return to action on May 9 is facing opposition from a German scientist. Germany's top tier plans to resume next month behind closed doors.

The 67-year-old King Maha Vajiralongkorn, also known as Rama X, was snapped at the King's Close Bodyguard regiment in Bangkok with his fourth wife Queen Suthida, aged 41.

There already have been some iconic looks on the red carpet this awards show season thanks to Cardi B, Jennifer Lopez and Lady Gaga to name just a few.

Chrissy Teigen removed two of John Legend's Grammy awards on Saturday evening so that she could display her new Giving Tree trophy from the Baby2Baby gala.