France 9-8 Wales, Rugby World Cup, October 15, 2011
Oct 15, 2011: Ryan Jones is hoping that Wales can put their semi-final heartbreak to one side for long enough to finish their Rugby World Cup campaign on a high by defeating Australia in Friday's third-place play-off
France 9-8 Wales, Rugby World Cup, October 15, 2011
Oct 15, 2011: Leigh Halfpenny has admitted that he thought that he kicked Wales into the Rugby World Cup final only to see his late penalty attempt in Saturday's 9-8 defeat by France fall agonisingly short
Wales 8-9 France, Rugby World Cup Semi-Final, October 15, 2011
Oct 15, 2011: "Despite their admirable courage, Wales' Rugby World Cup dream faded in agonising circumstances on Saturday against a France side seemingly unworthy of a chance to play for the sport's biggest prize." Graham Jenkins writes
Wales 8-9 France, Rugby World Cup, October 15, 2011
Oct 15, 2011: Wales boss Warren Gatland criticised referee Alain Rolland for sending off his skipper Sam Warburton in the early stages of their World Cup semi-final loss to France
Wales v France, Rugby World Cup, October 15
Oct 14, 2011: Adam Jones believes it is imperative that Wales front up in the set-piece if they are to defeat France in Saturday's eagerly-awaited Rugby World Cup semi-final clash in Auckland
Wales v France, Rugby World Cup, October 15
Oct 14, 2011: Despite standing on the cusp of history, Wales forwards coach Robin McBryde insists that the nation's players remain "unburdened by the pressures of expectancy" ahead of Saturday's Rugby World Cup semi-final with France
France v Wales, Rugby World Cup Semi-Final, October 15
Oct 14, 2011: "While acknowledging the significance of the occasion, Wales simply refuse to be overawed. They are too busy having fun." Graham Jenkins writes
Wales v France, Rugby World Cup, October 15, 2011
Oct 13, 2011: Leigh Halfpenny has paid a glowing tribute to Wales' World Cup captain marvel Sam Warburton ahead of the biggest game in Welsh rugby history
Wales v France, Rugby World Cup, October 15, 2011
Oct 13, 2011: Warren Gatland has praised Wales' self-discipline and commitment on and off-the field as they stand on the brink of their maiden World Cup final
Wales v France, Rugby World Cup, October 15, 2011
Oct 11, 2011: Former Wales captain Ryan Jones has hailed skipper Sam Warburton for his inspirational leadership during the World Cup
Wales v France, Rugby World Cup semi-final, October 15
Oct 10, 2011: Gethin Jenkins has hailed Wales' World Cup marvels as the best team he has played in during his 80-cap Test career
Rugby World Cup 2011
Oct 10, 2011: Leigh Halfpenny believes Wales must make it business as usual when they take their all-action game into a World Cup semi-final against France next Saturday
Rugby World Cup 2011
Oct 10, 2011: Assistant coach Rob Howley believes Wales have reached another level and are ready to seize a place in the Rugby World Cup for the first time in their history
Rugby World Cup - Quarter-Finals Preview
Oct 7, 2011: "The knock-out stages get underway with four intriguing quarter-final clashes that, with maybe one exception, look too close to call." Graham Jenkins previews the latest Rugby World Cup action
Comment
Oct 7, 2011: "It is possible to believe Wales might reach a World Cup final without needing some global experiment with hallucinogens or discovery of a parallel universe." Huw Richards writes
Ireland v Wales, Rugby World Cup, October 8
Oct 6, 2011: Donncha O'Callaghan is predicting an epic duel between opensides Sean O'Brien and Sam Warburton at Wellington Regional Stadium on Saturday
Ireland v Wales, Rugby World Cup, October 8
Oct 6, 2011: Wales will unleash their thrilling group of young players on World Cup rivals Ireland this weekend, with coach Warren Gatland claiming there is "no fear factor"
Ireland v Wales, Rugby World Cup, October 8
Oct 6, 2011: Ireland's upset win over Australia was almost as warmly received by their Celtic cousins from across the Irish Sea as it was on the Emerald Isle
Rugby World Cup 2011
Oct 5, 2011: Stephen Jones has been overwhelmed by the performances of Wales' youngsters in the 2011 Rugby World Cup and feels that the current squad is the strongest he has ever been a part of
Rugby World Cup 2011
Oct 4, 2011: Wales captain Sam Warburton has admitted that he has been staggered by the performances of back-row colleague Toby Faletau in the Rugby World Cup to date
