Rugby World Cup 2024: Full Fixtures, Team Previews, and BBC Broadcast Guide

The 2024 Women's Rugby World Cup in England features 16 teams, expanded coverage on BBC platforms, and thrilling matchups from 22 August to 27 September. Get live updates, analysis, and historic rivalries.

Tournament Overview

The 10th Women's Rugby World Cup kicks off on 22 August 2024 across eight iconic English venues, culminating in the final at Twickenham Stadium. With 16 teams – including debutants Brazil – this edition promises unprecedented competition intensity.

Key Storylines to Watch

  • England's Red Roses: Hosts and 2014 champions aim to break New Zealand's dominance after five final defeats.
  • Black Ferns' Legacy: Defending champions New Zealand seek a record-extending seventh title.
  • North American Firepower: Ilona Maher (USA) and Sophie de Goede (Canada) headline rising global stars.
  • Six Nations Rivalries Renewed: Scotland vs. Wales and France vs. Italy add regional spice to pool stages.

Tournament Format & Pools

Pool Teams
A England, Australia, USA, Samoa
B Canada, Scotland, Wales, Fiji
C New Zealand, Ireland, Japan, Spain
D France, Italy, South Africa, Brazil

Knockout Qualification: Top two from each pool advance to quarterfinals (13-14 Sept), with semifinals (19-20 Sept) and final (27 Sept).

Broadcast Details

  • Live TV: All home nations' matches on BBC One/Two
  • Digital: Full tournament streaming via BBC iPlayer/Sport app
  • Radio: 5 Live commentary for British Isles teams
  • Interactive: Real-time stats and fan polls on BBC Sport

Historic Finals Timeline

Year Winner Score Runner-up Venue
2022 NZ 34-31 England Auckland
2017 NZ 41-23 England Belfast
2014 England 21-9 Canada Paris
1991 USA 19-6 England Cardiff

Venue Spotlight

  • Twickenham Stadium: Historic 82,000-seat colosseum hosts final
  • Ashton Gate: Modern Bristol arena stages semifinals
  • Stadium of Light: Premier League ground opens tournament

Must-Watch Group Matches

  1. England vs USA (22 Aug) - Tournament opener at Sunderland
  2. Scotland vs Wales (23 Aug) - Celtic showdown in Salford
  3. France vs Italy (23 Aug) - Six Nations grudge match
  4. New Zealand vs Ireland (7 Sept) - World champions vs rising contenders
Relation Rugby Schedule
2025-10-15 Wednesday

Colombia

08:00 International, Friendly International

Call

08:00

Canada

2025-10-17 Friday

Deportes Quindio

08:00 Colombia, Primera B - Finalización, Round 14

Call

08:00

Tigres

Sharjah SC

21:05 UAE, UAE Pro League, Round 6

Call

21:05

Al Dhafra

2025-10-19 Sunday

Fulham

00:30 England, Premier League, Round 8

Call

00:30

Arsenal

Angers

01:00 France, Ligue 1, Round 8

Call

01:00

Monaco

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