Wallabies dare to dream of Rugby World Cup glory as momentum builds under Kiss
The Australian national rugby team, the Wallabies, is experiencing a surge in momentum under coach Les Kiss as they prepare for the 2027 Rugby World Cup. Players and staff are optimistic about ending a 27-year drought to win the tournament on home soil.
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The article captures the national sporting anticipation for a major global event hosted by Australia.
Australia head coach Les Kiss and Wallabies lock Jeremy Williams pose with the 2027 Rugby World Cup trophy in Sydney. Photograph: Jason McCawley/World Rugby/Getty Images Australia head coach Les Kiss and Wallabies lock Jeremy Williams pose with the 2027 Rugby World Cup trophy in Sydney. Photograph: Jason McCawley/World Rugby/Getty Images Australia rugby union team Wallabies dare to dream of Rugby World Cup glory as momentum builds under Kiss Lock Jeremy Williams backs hosts to end Webb Ellis Cup drought
Australia sixth in world rankings after unbeaten start to coach’s reign
Prefer the Guardian on Google The Wallabies have emerged as contenders for next year’s Rugby World Cup as they look to extend a six-match unbeaten run when they face the All Blacks, with lock Jeremy Williams declaring Australia can end a 27-year wait and win the Webb Ellis Cup at home.
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