Australia, the rugby Wallabies

The world titles of 1991 and 1999

Australia won the World Cup for the first time in 1991, beating England twelve to six in the final at Twickenham, with a generation led by Nick Farr-Jones, Michael Lynagh, and David Campese. Eight years later, in 1999, the Wallabies led by John Eales dominated France thirty-five to twelve at the Millennium Stadium in Cardiff and became the first nation to lift the Webb Ellis trophy twice. They also reached the final in 2003 in Sydney, lost in extra time to England, and then in 2015 at Twickenham against New Zealand.

The other nations

The nations of the rest of the world are also represented:

• All Blacks.
• South Africa.
• Argentina.
• Spain.

All the nations are brought together on the rest of the world page.

Bledisloe Cup and Rugby Championship: the annual events

Each year, Australia puts its rank on the line in the Southern Hemisphere. The Bledisloe Cup, a trophy offered by Lord Bledisloe, then Governor-General of New Zealand, and contested against the All Blacks since 1932, remains the challenge most awaited by the Australian public. The Wallabies also play in the Rugby Championship, which replaced the Tri-Nations in 2012 with the arrival of Argentina: they won the Tri-Nations in 2000, 2001, and 2011, then the Rugby Championship in 2015. At home, the major tests are most often held in Sydney, Brisbane, or Melbourne, in front of stands dressed in gold.

The gold jersey and supporter scarf of the Wallabies

The first official jersey of the Australian team, introduced in 1929, was emerald green. The gold was introduced in 1961 during a tour in South Africa, to avoid confusion with the green of the Springboks, and then became the main colour the following year, with green used for the trim. The nickname Wallabies, derived from the name of a small marsupial related to the kangaroo, dates back to the tour of 1908 in Great Britain. The supporter scarf Australia incorporates this duo of colours: warm and easy to wear, it accompanies match nights in the stands as well as in front of the screen.

Good deals

Good deals can also be found in the good deals, promotions, clearances, sales, Black Friday. The new arrivals showcase the latest collections, and items shipped within 24h are prepared and dispatched in 24 hours. The highlights of the year follow a stable sequence: the Black Friday at the end of autumn, the end-of-year holidays, the winter sales, the French Days of spring, then the summer sales and back to school.

Frequently asked questions

Which stadiums do the Wallabies play at home?

The Wallabies play in the major stadiums across the country, particularly in Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne, or Perth. The Stadium Australia in Sydney, built for the 2000 Olympics, hosted the 2003 World Cup final.

Who are the greatest players in the history of Australian rugby?

David Campese, the winger who was long the record holder for tries in test matches, the lock John Eales, captain of the 1999 title, and the scrum-half George Gregan, who long held the record for selections, are often mentioned.

What place does rugby union hold in Australia?

Rugby union shares the spotlight with rugby league, which is very popular in New South Wales and Queensland, and with Australian rules football, which reigns in Melbourne. This competition makes the Wallabies' major tests even more awaited.

Has Australia ever hosted the Rugby World Cup?

Yes, it co-hosted the very first edition in 1987 with New Zealand, then hosted the 2003 edition on its own. It has again been chosen to host the 2027 edition.

How do you take care of a supporter scarf?

It should be washed by hand or on a delicate cycle at thirty degrees, turned inside out, with a gentle detergent. Dried flat, away from a radiator, it keeps its shape and the brightness of its gold and green colours from one match to the next.