England, rugby shirts

Origins

Rugby was born in England, in the town that gave it its name: according to tradition, in 1823, a student at Rugby School, William Webb Ellis, picked up the ball by hand during a football match. The World Cup now bears his name. England played the first international match in history in 1871 against Scotland, and plays at Twickenham, the home of English rugby.

The Other Nations

The Six Nations Tournament also features:

• France.
• Scotland.
• Ireland.
• Wales.
• Italy.

All the nations are gathered on the VI Nations page.

The Sydney Triumph

In 2003, in Sydney, England became the first Northern Hemisphere nation to become world champions, thanks to a drop goal by Jonny Wilkinson in the last seconds of extra time against Australia. It also reached the finals in 1991, 2007, and 2019. In the Tournament, it holds the record for Grand Slams and competes annually for the Calcutta Cup against Scotland.

The White Kit

The English home jersey is white, adorned with the red rose, the team's emblem since the first match in 1871. Our collection offers the authentic home jersey, identical to the players', the World Cup jersey, the home shorts, and the World Cup supporters' ball, for collectors and young players.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When did England win the Rugby World Cup?

In 2003, in Australia: Jonny Wilkinson secured the title for the Rose XV with a drop goal in the extra time of the final against the Wallabies in Sydney. This was the first world title for a Northern Hemisphere nation.

Why is England called the Rose XV?

The team has worn a red rose on its white jersey since its first international match, played in 1871 against Scotland. This emblem gives it the nickname Rose XV.

What is the stadium of the England rugby team?

The Rose XV plays at Twickenham, in the southwest suburbs of London, the largest stadium in the world dedicated to rugby, with over eighty thousand seats. Its supporters sing the famous Swing Low, Sweet Chariot there.

How to choose the size of an English rugby jersey?

The authentic version, fitted like the players', is close to the body: one size up is recommended for a more relaxed fit. The supporters' version, which is looser, should be chosen in your usual size.

Who is William Webb Ellis?

According to tradition, this student of Rugby School picked up the ball by hand during a football match in 1823, giving birth to rugby. The trophy for the World Cup now bears his name.