Game and Venue Information
The IRB announced that France won the right to
host the 2007 Rugby World Cup. The vote was
won by a margin of eighteen votes to three.
The French bid included place for matches to be played
outside France. As a result, Edinburgh's Murrayfield and
Cardiff's Millennium Stadium are
to hold
group games.
The 2007 Rugby World Cup will be played in the
months
of September
and October
over a period
of 53 days in
12 different stadiums
in France,
Wales and Scotland.
The venues for the Rugby World Cup 2007 games
are St Denis, Marseille, Lyon, Lens, Nantes, Paris,
St Etienne, Bordeaux, Montpellier and Toulouse
in France, Cardiff in Wales and Edinburgh in
Scotland. For detailed information on each
venue click here.
With an estimated 1.8million rugby fans converging
on Europe for the Rugby World Cup it is essential
that you book your travel arrangements and rugby
tours early. Besides happening during the peak
holiday season in Europe it will be difficult, if not
impossible, to find transport and accommodation
closer to the match dates.
Rugby World Cup 2007 Program
The table below details the Rugby World Cup 2007 program. The only team players still to be decided are the winner of the Japan / Korea (Repechage2) game and the winner from the USA / Uruguay game (Repachge1). to be played out early in 2007. The winners of these games will complete the Rugby World Cup 2007 lineup.
RUGBY WORLD CUP 2007 MATCH SCHEDULE # Date Team 1 Team 2 Pool Venue 1 07/09/2007 France Argentina D St Denis 2 08/09/2007 New Zealand Italy C Marseille 3 08/09/2007 Australia Japan B Lyon 4 08/09/2007 England USA A Lens 5 09/09/2007 Wales Canada B Nantes 6 09/09/2007 South Africa Samoa A Paris 7 09/09/2007 Scotland Uraguay C St Etienne 8 09/09/2007 Ireland Namibia D Bordeaux 9 11/09/2007 Argentina Georgia D Lyon 10 12/09/2007 USA Repechage 2 A Montpellier 11 12/09/2007 Japan Fiji B Toulouse 12 12/09/2007 Italy Romania C Marseille 13 14/09/2007 England South Africa A St Denis 14 15/09/2007 New Zealand Repechage 1 C Lyon 15 15/09/2007 Wales Australia B Cardiff 16 15/09/2007 Ireland Georgia D Bordeaux 17 16/09/2007 Fiji Canada B Cardiff 18 16/09/2007 Samoa Repechage 2 A Montpellier 19 16/09/2007 France Namibia D Toulouse 20 18/09/2007 Scotland Romania C Edinburgh 21 19/09/2007 Italy Repechage 1 C Paris 22 20/09/2007 Wales Japan B Cardiff 23 21/09/2007 France Ireland D St Denis 24 22/09/2007 South Africa Repechage 2 A Lens 25 22/09/2007 England Samoa A Nantes 26 22/09/2007 Argentina Namibia D Marseille 27 23/09/2007 Australia Fiji B Montpellier 28 23/09/2007 Scotland New Zealand C Edinburgh 29 25/09/2007 Canada Japan B Bordeaux 30 25/09/2007 Romania Repechage 1 C Toulouse 31 26/09/2007 Georgia Namibia D Lens 32 26/09/2007 Samoa USA A St Etienne 33 28/09/2007 England Repechage 2 A Paris 34 29/09/2007 New Zealand Romania C Toulouse 35 29/09/2007 Australia Canada B Bordeaux 36 29/09/2007 Wales Fiji B Nantes 37 29/09/2007 Scotland Italy C St Etienne 38 30/09/2007 France Georgia D Marseille 39 30/09/2007 Ireland Argentina D Paris 40 30/09/2007 South Africa USA A Montpellier 41 06/10/2007 W Pool B RU Pool A QF1 Marseille 42 06/10/2007 W Pool C RU Pool D QF2 Cardiff 43 07/10/2007 W Pool A RU Pool B QF3 Marseille 44 07/10/2007 W Pool D RU Pool C QF4 St Denis 45 13/10/2007 W QF1 W QF2 SF1 St Denis 46 14/10/2007 W QF3 W QF4 SF2 St Denis 47 19/10/2007 3rd/4th Paris 48 20/10/2007 Final St Denis
The venues for the Rugby World Cup 2007 games are St Denis, Marseille, Lyon, Lens, Nantes, Paris, St Etienne, Bordeaux, Montpellier and Toulouse in France, Cardiff in Wales and Edinburgh in Scotland.
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Saint-Denis - Stade de France |
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The charming city of Saint-Denis is one of the three départements that form a ring around Paris in Ile-de-France region. The 103,000 capacity Stade de France is a stunning addition to the Saint-Denis skyline, especially at night during evening matches when the immense roof is dazzlingly illuminated.
With Paris just a few kilometres away from the city, the limitless attractions of the French capital are easily accessible, however the city of Saint-Denis has many charms of its own. The foremost attraction is the awe-inspiring Basilica of Saint-Denis, the world's first gothic structure and where most of the kings and queens of France are ornately entombed and illuminated by mauve, purple, blue and rose light coming from the magnificent stained-glass windows.
Other attractions include the fascinating Air and Space Museum, and the atmospheric Saint-Ouen flea market, which is renowned for its many excellent restaurants.
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Marseille - Stade Vélodrome |
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Known as ‘the temple of French football’, Marseille’s Vélodrome Stadium holds up to 60,000 supporters and is France’s largest club stadium.
Wonderfully located in the picturesque Provence region of France, Marseille is France’s premier port and second largest city. It also has a wonderful ambience that can be found on its busy streets and outdoor cafés, particularly those along the main thoroughfare, La Canabière, known as ‘can of beer’ amongst American GIs during World War II.
Here you’ll find shops of all description and many fine restaurants serving outstanding Provençal-style dishes. For sensational seafood dishes, including the celebrated Marseillaise bouillabaisse, follow La Canabière down to the scenic Vieux Port, and discover the many restaurants that ring the yacht and fishing boat filled harbour. Public beaches just outside the city, cabaret joints, nightclubs and music bars playing all forms of music add to Marseilles magic.
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Bordeaux - Stade Chaban-Delmas |
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Bordeaux’s Chaban-Delmas Stadium (capacity 34,462), inspired by the neoclassical school, is something of a rarity amongst sporting venues, as it’s listed as one of France’s national monuments.
Bordeaux, in south-west France, is a rugby hotbed and often referred to as ‘l'Ovalie’, the Land of the Oval Ball. The city itself has excellent museums, including the renowned Museum of Fine Arts, many beaches and wines that are cherished the world over.
Take a stroll through the ‘golden triangle’ in historic Old Bordeaux, watch an opera at the 18th century Grand Théâtre, have a flutter at Casino de Bordeaux, or visit the lively bars at the place de la Victoire, place St-Pierre, place du Parlement, place Camille Jullian, and place Gambetta. Head for the noisy Connemara Irish Pub for Guinness and Irish music, or stay up all night in the quai du Paladate district where restaurants, bars, and discos remain open until the small hours.
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Lyon - Stade de Gerland |
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Partly built by German POWs, Lyon’s Stade Gerland (capacity 41,044) is entered by four neo-classical gates, which are classed as historical monuments
Lyon, the third-largest city in France, lies at the confluence of the Rhône and Saône rivers. It boasts some of France’s finest restaurants, so perhaps sample signature dishes including Lyon sausage, tripe Lyonnais or any dish featuring the region’s succulent Bresse chicken.
With a balanced mix of skyscrapers and parks in bloom, you’re assured of lively nightlife, great shopping and terrific sightseeing opportunities.
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Lens - Stade Félix Bollaert |
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Lens’ most renowned landmark is perhaps the Stade Félix Bollaert, home to the football club Racing of Lens. The stadium, built in 1932, holds up to 41,800 people – about 4,000 more than the current population of Lens.
Lens was once one of the most important coal centres in France, and is famous for its University and Art Deco railway station in the shape of a steam train. Situated in the heart of the Artois in the Nord Pas-de-Calais region, Lens is a friendly, welcoming city with a great selection of bars and restaurants, and is close to some of World War One’s most important sites, including the Vimy Ridge Memorial.
Modern attractions include the nearby Loisinord, the first year-round artificial ski resort in France.
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Nantes - Stade de La Beaujoire |
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Nantes’ intimate La Beaujoire Stadium, built in 1984 and renovated in 1998 to seat up to 38,285 spectators, is located in a peaceful suburban area with a few drinking spots outside.
Brittany’s largest town, Nantes is the capital of the beautiful Pays-de-la-Loire region. Located on the largest of three islands in the Loire and near the Atlantic coast, it is blessed with excellent museums, golden beaches, many terrific seafood restaurants and fine wines including Muscadet, the perfect partner for sea-fresh oysters.
It’s also a certified party town, as you’ll discover in the pubs and cafés along the place du Bouffay, place du Pilori and rue Kervagen. There’s a terrific live music scene in Nantes, covering everything from blues and jazz to rock and metal, as well as nightclubs running the gamut from vintage 1970s disco to the latest techno.
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Paris - Parc Des Princes |
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Situated on the former hunting grounds of French princes and holding up to 50,000 spectators, the Parc de Princes was the home of French international rugby until 1997 and remains one of the world’s best-loved stadiums.
Paris,The City of Light, has a very special atmosphere all of its own, and the constant capacity to surprise and delight even the most well-travelled of visitors. Discover for yourself elegant parks, quaint fountains and treelined boulevards; sample the cafés and restaurants along the splendid Champs Elysées; follow the sound of jazz music to the lively Latin Quarter; or wander through the cobbled streets of old Montmartre.
Throughout Paris you’ll find excellent restaurants, relaxing bars and a colourful nightlife, as well as world famous attractions such as the mighty Eiffel Tower, majestic Notre Dame, the Arc de Triomphe, and La Place de la Concorde – Paris's largest square.
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Saint-Etienne - Stade Geoffroy-Guichard |
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The city’s stadium is the Geoffroy-Guichard, which holds up to 36, 000 spectators in close proximity to the pitch, creating the electric atmosphere that has given the stadium its nickname ‘the Green Cauldron’.
Situated in the Rhône-Alpes region, St Étienne is a charming city filled with many architectural treasures,delightful parks and modern attractions such as Astronef, a state-of-the-art planetarium featuring the only space simulator in France. In the heart of the city is the Place du Peuple, St Etienne’s bustling commercial centre, filled with boutiques, open markets, cafés, bars and restaurants. For a great way to see the sights and get inside information on the best bars and restaurants take advantage of guided walking tours provided free of charge by the St Etienne Tourist Board.
Further afield you’ll find many areas of outstanding natural beauty, including the wonderful old volcano, Le Puy de Dôme.
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Montpellier - Stade de la Mosson |
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Montpellier’s Stade de la Mosson (capacity 33,500), is named after the river that flows around it and bears a close resemblance to Leeds United’s Elland Road.
The sun-drenched Mediterranean city of Montpellier goes back over 1,000 years. Out of a population of 380,000, over a quarter are students, many of which are enrolled in the university, whose alumni has included Rabelais and Nostradamus.
Montpellier’s attractive centre is characterised by with tree-flanked promenades, broad avenues, historic monuments and great cafés and restaurants lining bustling streets like rue de la Loge, complete with talented jugglers, mimes, and musicians.
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Toulouse - Stade Municipal |
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Built on an island, Toulouse’s Stadium Municipal (capacity 37,000) is where England famously lost 2-1 to Romania at France ’98.
Nicknamed the la ville en rose (or the city in pink) for its rose coloured buildings, Toulouse is a dynamic cosmopolitan city in a rugby-worshipping region. After some sightseeing, head for the oval place Wilson, a showcase 19th-century square boasting lively nightlife and fashionable cafés, or if you’re a superstitious sort, why not visit the Cathedral of Notre Dame Daurade and seek assistance for your team from the Black Virgin, to which some Toulousians attribute mystical powers.
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Cardiff - Millennium Stadium |
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Seating 74,500 spectators, Cardiff’s atmospheric Millennium Stadium is the home of Welsh rugby and also one of the most high-tech stadiums in the world– equipped with a retractable roof and two interchangeable playing fields.
In recent years Cardiff, Europe’s youngest capital city, has transformed itself into one of the UK’s most inviting cities. Historical highlights can be found in the numerous museums and castles, while there are many parks and gardens to explore including the 50-acre Dyfryn Gardens.
Cardiff’s refurbished dockside area is Europe’s largest waterfront development and boasts panoramic views of the harbour, scenic promenades along the bay, sparkling shopping arcades, great bars, eateries, attractions that cater for all ages and even a hands-on science centre.
Cardiff boasts many excellent restaurants and pubs, including the City Arms – a rugby supporter’s favourite and venue for spotting pop stars and celebrities.
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Edinburgh - Murrayfield Stadium |
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Once a rugby stadium with the world’s largest capacity (104,000) Edinburgh’s famous Murrayfield today holds up to 67,500 spectators and is a magical venue defined by deafening noise,whistling wind and the ferociously passionate support of the home crowd.
Capital city and cultural centre of Scotland since the 15th century, Edinburgh is one of the most beautifully situated cities in the world. Flanked to the north by the Firth of Forth and to the south by the Pentland Hills – and affectionately known as the ‘Athens of the North’ by virtue of its impressive and individual architecture.
Edinburgh is also renowned for its cobbled Royal Mile, which leads up from the Palace of Holyrood House to Edinburgh Castle. The castle itself sits atop a craggy outcrop overlooking the immaculate gardens of Princes Street and the tempting shops, welcoming bars and great restaurants of the West End.
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