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South Wales Argus
2 days ago
- Sport
- South Wales Argus
Women's Rugby World Cup 2025 Fan Zone locations confirmed
The Fan Zones, which will be free to enter, will be open on match-days and at various times throughout the six-week tournament, offering fans, residents and visitors a chance to enjoy the atmosphere and take part in the biggest celebration of women's rugby. At the heart of the action will be Battersea Power Station, which has today been unveiled as the Official Tournament Fan Zone in London, in partnership with Ocean Outdoor. Set against one of London's most iconic backdrops, the riverside location will host a flagship fan experience from 13-27 September, featuring live match screenings, DJs, T1 Rugby open coaching sessions and community rugby initiatives, food and drink stalls, official tournament partner activations and more. Women's Rugby World Cup 2025 Managing Director, Sarah Massey, said: 'We're incredibly excited to confirm the Fan Zones that will bring the tournament to life across England. 'Whether you are a lifelong rugby fan or discovering the sport for the first time, the Fan Zones will offer something for everyone. We want everyone to feel the energy of this tournament and to give fans, local communities and visitors the chance to engage, celebrate and be a part of this unmissable moment for women's rugby.' Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan, said: 'London is proud to stage the Women's Rugby World Cup, which will be one of the highlights of the year. 'The Official Tournament Fan Zone at Battersea Power Station will be a spectacular festival of sport and culture that will give fans, Londoners and visitors the chance to be part of this incredible moment for women's rugby. 'I have declared London the undisputed global capital for women's sport in 2025 and the Women's Rugby World Cup will be one of the premier major sporting events this year, creating a huge celebration of women's sport across our city. 'We look forward to welcoming the world's best women's rugby teams to our capital as we work together to build a better London for everyone.' Sam Cotton, Interim CEO at Battersea Power Station Development Company, said: 'We are delighted Battersea Power Station has been chosen as the Official Tournament Fan Zone in London for the upcoming Women's Rugby World Cup. There is already so much excitement surrounding the tournament and with the iconic Power Station as the backdrop, the fan zone will offer the perfect setting for fans to cheer on their favourite teams. Get down to your local fan zones 🥳 Join the #RWC2025 party at one of our fan zones in our iconic host cities — Rugby World Cup (@rugbyworldcup) July 22, 2025 'We are looking forward to welcoming members of the local community, Londoners and visitors from further afield to enjoy the great mix of family-friendly activations that will be available at the fan zone, as well as the shops, bars, restaurants and leisure venues open across the riverside neighbourhood.' Ocean Outdoor Head of Content and Sponsorship, Kevin Henry said: 'Ocean has a track record for connecting sports fans to the action in ways others can't, entertaining outdoor audiences for the past 10 years. London's Battersea Power Station is the perfect venue to showcase women's rugby, attract new fans, and curate a world class experience for RWC 2025 which inspires more women and girls to participate and thrive in sport.' Meanwhile, six of the Women's Rugby World Cup 2025's official host locations have started unveiling their Fan Zone plans. Spanning iconic city squares and scenic parks, each host location will add its own unique stamp to the fan experience. Sunderland will come alive 21-23 August at Keel Square, with a fusion of local music, a match day fan march to the stadium as well as interactive digital activations and food and beverage options, coinciding with the city's Music City event and Food Festival. Manchester's Piccadilly Gardens Fan Zone will celebrate their match weekends with a showcase of local rugby clubs, street food, and family fun, as part of MCR Live 25. Northampton will feature themed weekends at the Market Square starting 24 August, with live music, family zones, and interactive sport activities. In Bristol, the city's iconic Amphitheatre will host community-focused entertainment such as a craft area, conversion corner and rugby 'have-a-go' zones on the quarter-final and semi-final weekends. Exeter's Princesshay Shopping Centre will transform into a vibrant fan hub for the entire tournament, with branded screenings and daily activations from 22 August to 27 September, kicking off with live music ahead of the tournament's Opening Ceremony. Brighton & Hove will open its Victoria Gardens Fan Zone from 4 to 7 September, showcasing sport and cultural activations including DJs, Face Painting, Bracelet Making and Sports demos and games ahead of weekend match screenings. While York will not host a city-centre fan zone, matchday activations and a fan plaza will be available at the stadium to enhance the in-venue experience. More details and full schedules for each fan zone will be available on the official tournament website. Running from 22 August to 27 September, Women's Rugby World Cup 2025 will take place across eight venues throughout England, making it the biggest celebration of women's rugby ever staged. With more than 330,000 tickets already sold, and prices starting at just £5 for children and £10 for adults, hype for the opening match continues to build. Fans are encouraged to secure their tickets now via
North Wales Live
2 days ago
- Sport
- North Wales Live
Fan zones for Women's Rugby World Cup 2025 unveiled across England
Eight Fan Zones have been unveiled for the Women's Rugby World Cup 2025 in England. The Fan Zones, which will be free to enter, will be open on match-days and at various times throughout the six-week tournament, offering fans, residents and visitors a chance to enjoy the atmosphere and take part in the biggest celebration of women's rugby. At the heart of the action will be Battersea Power Station, which has today been unveiled as the Official Tournament Fan Zone in London, in partnership with Ocean Outdoor. Set against one of London's most iconic backdrops, the riverside location will host a flagship fan experience from 13-27 September, featuring live match screenings, DJs, T1 Rugby open coaching sessions and community rugby initiatives, food and drink stalls, official tournament partner activations and more. Women's Rugby World Cup 2025 Managing Director, Sarah Massey, said: 'We're incredibly excited to confirm the Fan Zones that will bring the tournament to life across England. 'Whether you are a lifelong rugby fan or discovering the sport for the first time, the Fan Zones will offer something for everyone. We want everyone to feel the energy of this tournament and to give fans, local communities and visitors the chance to engage, celebrate and be a part of this unmissable moment for women's rugby.' Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan, said: 'London is proud to stage the Women's Rugby World Cup, which will be one of the highlights of the year. The Official Tournament Fan Zone at Battersea Power Station will be a spectacular festival of sport and culture that will give fans, Londoners and visitors the chance to be part of this incredible moment for women's rugby. 'I have declared London the undisputed global capital for women's sport in 2025 and the Women's Rugby World Cup will be one of the premier major sporting events this year, creating a huge celebration of women's sport across our city. We look forward to welcoming the world's best women's rugby teams to our capital as we work together to build a better London for everyone.' Sam Cotton, Interim CEO at Battersea Power Station Development Company, said: 'We are delighted Battersea Power Station has been chosen as the Official Tournament Fan Zone in London for the upcoming Women's Rugby World Cup. There is already so much excitement surrounding the tournament and with the iconic Power Station as the backdrop, the fan zone will offer the perfect setting for fans to cheer on their favourite teams. We are looking forward to welcoming members of the local community, Londoners and visitors from further afield to enjoy the great mix of family-friendly activations that will be available at the fan zone, as well as the shops, bars, restaurants and leisure venues open across the riverside neighbourhood.' Ocean Outdoor Head of Content and Sponsorship, Kevin Henry said: 'Ocean has a track record for connecting sports fans to the action in ways others can't, entertaining outdoor audiences for the past 10 years. London's Battersea Power Station is the perfect venue to showcase women's rugby, attract new fans, and curate a world class experience for RWC 2025 which inspires more women and girls to participate and thrive in sport.' Meanwhile, six of the Women's Rugby World Cup 2025's official host locations have started unveiling their Fan Zone plans. Spanning iconic city squares and scenic parks, each host location will add its own unique stamp to the fan experience. Sunderland will come alive 21-23 August at Keel Square, with a fusion of local music, a match day fan march to the stadium as well as interactive digital activations and food and beverage options, coinciding with the city's Music City event and Food Festival. Manchester's Piccadilly Gardens Fan Zone will celebrate their match weekends with a showcase of local rugby clubs, street food, and family fun, as part of MCR Live 25. Northampton will feature themed weekends at the Market Square starting 24 August, with live music, family zones, and interactive sport activities. In Bristol, the city's iconic Amphitheatre will host community-focused entertainment such as a craft area, conversion corner and rugby 'have-a-go' zones on the quarter-final and semi-final weekends. Exeter's Princesshay Shopping Centre will transform into a vibrant fan hub for the entire tournament, with branded screenings and daily activations from 22 August to 27 September, kicking off with live music ahead of the tournament's Opening Ceremony. Brighton & Hove will open its Victoria Gardens Fan Zone from 4 to 7 September, showcasing sport and cultural activations including DJs, Face Painting, Bracelet Making and Sports demos and games ahead of weekend match screenings. While York will not host a city-centre fan zone, matchday activations and a fan plaza will be available at the stadium to enhance the in-venue experience. More details and full schedules for each fan zone will be available on the official tournament website. Running from 22 August to 27 September, Women's Rugby World Cup 2025 will take place across eight venues throughout England, making it the biggest celebration of women's rugby ever staged.
The Herald Scotland
15-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Herald Scotland
Anne-Marie to perform at Women's Rugby World Cup 2025 Opening Show
Fans can grab their tickets right now via for the opportunity to witness the unmissable performance and the start of the tournament first-hand. Anne-Marie, known for hits such as '2002', 'Friends', and 'Rockabye', is one of the UK's most exciting and dynamic pop talents. With multiple BRIT Award nominations and a truly global fanbase, Anne-Marie will bring her vibrant energy and empowering anthems to light up the stadium and kickstart England's biggest-ever celebration of women's rugby. World Rugby has announced that global pop superstar, Anne-Marie, will play the Opening Show presented by O2 during the first match of Women's Rugby World Cup 2025, at Sunderland's Stadium of Light on Friday 22 August, where England will take on USA. (Image: World Rugby) In addition to hosting the performance by Anne-Marie, Priority - O2's award-winning customer rewards programme - will be giving a small number of lucky customers the chance to meet the singer before the match, giving them exclusive access to a truly memorable, once-in-a-lifetime fan experience. Fans can enter a ballot via the Priority app, which is available for free to all O2 and Virgin Media broadband customers. The ballot is open from today until 4 August. With more than 330,000 tickets already sold, and prices starting at just £5 for children and £10 for adults, hype for the opening match continues to build. Fans are encouraged to secure their tickets now via Anne-Marie shared her excitement, saying: 'I'm so excited to perform at the Opening Show presented by O2 and be part of this massive moment for women's sport. Now that I've got a daughter of my own, it means even more to be involved in something that shows the next generation that they can do anything. I know Sunderland is going to be going crazy, and I can't wait to be part of it!' Sarah Massey, Managing Director of Women's Rugby World Cup 2025, said: 'Anne-Marie is an exciting British singer-songwriter celebrated for her powerful vocals, dynamic performances, and genre-blending pop hits, and we are thrilled that she will be opening Women's Rugby World Cup 2025 on 22 August in Sunderland. Her music often delves into themes of empowerment, love, and personal growth, resonating with what rugby brings to its communities around the world.' Gareth Griffiths, Director, Partnerships and Sponsorship, Virgin Media O2, said: 'It's impossible to overstate the importance of this tournament for women's rugby, and the opening match is a landmark moment for sports fans everywhere. O2 is proud to play its part as an Official Partner of the Women's Rugby World Cup, and to celebrate the opening match the best way we know how – bringing the worlds of music and sport together. Anne-Marie is one of the UK's most exciting music talents and the perfect artist to kick off the proceedings.' James Massing, Senior Vice President of Special Operations, Live Nation, said: 'Working alongside World Rugby and O2 to highlight the incredible talent in the women's game is a great opportunity for Live Nation. 'This partnership allows us to bring our creativity and experience to a sports environment, promoting and supporting the tournament's growth. Anne-Marie is the perfect act for the opening show, and we're excited to be part of delivering this unforgettable experience.' Running from 22 August to 27 September, Women's Rugby World Cup 2025 will take place across eight venues throughout England, making it the biggest celebration of women's rugby ever staged.
Scotsman
15-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Scotsman
Anne-Marie: Pop sensation to perform at Women's Rugby World Cup 2025 opening show
World Rugby and O2 have announced that global pop superstar, Anne-Marie, will play the opening show presented by O2 during the first match of Women's Rugby World Cup 2025, at Sunderland's Stadium of Light on Friday 22 August, where England will take on USA. Free weekly newsletter Join our weekly YourWorld newsletter for updates, behind-the-scenes insights from our editors and your chance to shape what's next. Free weekly newsletter Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to Edinburgh News, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... The performance, produced by Live Nation, will set the tone for an action-packed six weeks of women's rugby, featuring 16 of the world's best teams competing at stadiums around the country. Fans can grab their tickets right now via for the opportunity to witness the unmissable performance and the start of the tournament first-hand. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Anne-Marie, known for hits such as 2002, Friends, and Rockabye, is one of the UK's most exciting and dynamic pop talents. With multiple Brit Award nominations and a global fanbase, Anne-Marie will bring her vibrant energy and empowering anthems to light up the stadium and kickstart England's biggest-ever celebration of women's rugby. In addition to hosting the performance by Anne-Marie, Priority - O2's award-winning customer rewards programme - will be giving a small number of lucky customers the chance to meet the singer before the match, giving them exclusive access to a truly memorable, once-in-a-lifetime fan experience. Fans can enter a ballot via the Priority app, which is available for free to all O2 and Virgin Media broadband customers. The ballot is open from today until 4 August. Anne-Marie shared her excitement, saying: 'I'm so excited to perform at the Opening Show presented by O2 and be part of this massive moment for women's sport. Now that I've got a daughter of my own, it means even more to be involved in something that shows the next generation that they can do anything. I know Sunderland is going to be going crazy, and I can't wait to be part of it!' Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Sarah Massey, managing director of Women's Rugby World Cup 2025, said: 'Anne-Marie is an exciting British singer-songwriter celebrated for her powerful vocals, dynamic performances, and genre-blending pop hits, and we are thrilled that she will be opening Women's Rugby World Cup 2025 on August 22 in Sunderland. Her music often delves into themes of empowerment, love, and personal growth, resonating with what rugby brings to its communities around the world.' Gareth Griffiths, director of partnerships and sponsorship at Virgin Media O2, said: 'It's impossible to overstate the importance of this tournament for women's rugby, and the opening match is a landmark moment for sports fans everywhere. O2 is proud to play its part as an official partner of the Women's Rugby World Cup, and to celebrate the opening match the best way we know how – bringing the worlds of music and sport together. Anne-Marie is one of the UK's most exciting music talents and the perfect artist to kick off the proceedings.' James Massing, senior vice president of special operations at Live Nation, said: 'Working alongside World Rugby and O2 to highlight the incredible talent in the women's game is a great opportunity for Live Nation. 'This partnership allows us to bring our creativity and experience to a sports environment, promoting and supporting the tournament's growth. Anne-Marie is the perfect act for the opening show, and we're excited to be part of delivering this unforgettable experience.' Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Running from 22 August to 27 September, Women's Rugby World Cup 2025 will take place across eight venues throughout England, making it the biggest celebration of women's rugby ever staged. With more than 330,000 tickets already sold, and prices starting at just £5 for children and £10 for adults, hype for the opening match continues to build. Fans are encouraged to secure their tickets now via Who is Anne-Marie? Anne-Marie - born Anne-Marie Rose Nicholson - is a 34-year-old singer and songwriter from east London. She appeared on Clean Bandit's Rockabye, which reached number one in 2016. Her first album Speak Your Mind reached number three on the UK Albums Chart in 2018, and her next two, Therapy in 2021 and Unhealthy two years later, both reached number two. Anne-Marie was nominated for four awards at the 2019 Brit Awards, including Best British Female Solo Artist, and has been nominated for 10 in total. She has also appeared as a coach on The Voice UK.
ITV News
15-07-2025
- Entertainment
- ITV News
Singer Anne-Marie to perform opening Womens' Rugby World Cup at Sunderland's Stadium of Light
Singer Anne-Marie will open the Women's Rugby World Cup in Sunderland, it has been announced. The tournament will begin next month beginning with a match at Sunderland's Stadium of Light when England face the USA on 22nd August. Sponsors O2 have announced the Rockabye singer will perform hits in an opening show before kick-off. The 34-year-old is a music industry heavyweight, with three UK top-ten albums, a performance on Glastonbury's Pyramid Stage, and a three-year tenure as a coach on ITV's The Voice UK. Sharing her excitement for the event, the singer said: "Now that I've got a daughter of my own, it means even more to be involved in something that shows the next generation that they can do anything. "I know Sunderland is going to be going crazy, and I can't wait to be part of it!' Alongside the opening show, there'll be a range of attractions in Sunderland to welcome the start of the world cup with a fan village, live performances from local artists, and rugby-themed activities and entertainment for all ages. Running from 22 August to 27 September, Women's Rugby World Cup 2025 will take place across eight venues including Sunderland's Stadium of Light, making it the biggest celebration of women's rugby ever staged.
