The biggest event in the rugby union calendar is finally here! The 2023 Rugby World Cup has arrived, and supporters from 20 nations will be descending on France to take in the sights, sounds and unparalleled sporting drama of rugby union’s showpiece event.
This year’s Rugby World Cup is a special one, as it takes place during rugby’s bicentenary year, 200 years since the invention of the sport by William Webb Ellis back in 1823. With 48 matches over 51 days, rugby fans are going to be in paradise!
Can reigning champions South Africa reclaim the title? Is it time for the top-ranked Ireland to become only the second northern hemisphere nation to win the Webb Ellis Cup? How about host nation France, or the ever-formidable All Blacks? All will be decided between now and the day of the final, at the Stade de France on October 28th!
If you or a loved one is experiencing Rugby World Cup fever, you’ve come to the right place. TOFFS has a massive range of retro rugby shirts and casualwear, including kits inspired by many of the leading nations competing in the 2023 tournament. By shopping with us, you can get kitted out in style for the weeks ahead - and have something you’ll be proud to wear as you cheer your country on!
Take a look at all of the Rugby World Cup nations we offer products for below, and get ready to experience all of the thrills, heartbreak and pure excitement of what’s sure to be a classic tournament!
Argentina
Argentina will be optimistic about a strong run at this year’s World Cup, thanks to a favourable Pool D draw. They’ll also be spurred on by memories of the last World Cup hosted by France in 2007, in which Los Pumas achieved their best ever performance, reaching the semi-finals and finishing third overall. Can they go a step further this time?
TOFFS’ Gift Pick: We recommend the Argentina 1982-85 Vintage Rugby Shirt for that classic look!
Browse our full range of Argentina retro rugby shirts, or take a look at our selection of kids’ sizes.
Australia
Australia are a traditional World Cup powerhouse, but come to this tournament in unconvincing form. Still, despite recent criticism, coach Eddie Jones is a World Cup veteran - can he help the Aussies get in with a shout of their first world title since 1999?
TOFFS’ Gift Pick: We recommend our Australia 1991 Vintage Rugby Shirt, to bring back memories of one of the Wallabies’ great World Cup-winning sides!
Browse our full range of Australia retro rugby shirts, or take a look at our selection of kids’ sizes.
England
Having gone agonisingly close as losing finalists in the 2019 tournament, England aren’t being tipped to hit the same heights this time after a string of recent defeats. Nevertheless, England sports fans are used to keeping hope alive in the face of adversity - could we see a repeat of 2007, when an unfancied England side managed to power their way through to the final?
TOFFS’ Gift Pick: Try our England Rugby 1910 Vintage Rugby Shirt for a bit of authentic old-school inspiration!
Browse our full range of England retro rugby shirts, or take a look at our selection of kids’ sizes.
Fiji
Ranked seventh in the world entering this tournament, Fiji have perhaps never been better prepared going into a World Cup. With a strong spirit under head coach Simon Raiwalui, can the Flying Fijians surpass their previous best performance by getting past the quarter finals?
TOFFS’ Gift Pick: Our Fiji 1970 Vintage White Rugby Shirt offers an iconic design, with its clean white design and striking palm tree emblem.
Browse our full range of Fiji retro rugby shirts here.
France
Hosts France will be confident in their chances of claiming a first ever World Cup. Fabien Galthie’s squad claimed a Six Nations Grand Slam in 2022, and are captained by the inspirational Antoine Dupont, perhaps the most exciting player in the world right now. Can they deliver the world title in front of their home fans at the Stade de France?
TOFFS’ Gift Pick: For a French rugby jersey that hits all the right nostalgic notes, choose our France 1972 Vintage Rugby Shirt.
Browse our full range of France retro rugby shirts, or take a look at our selection of kids’ sizes.
Ireland
Ireland have never gotten further than the quarter finals of a World Cup, but this time they’re aiming straight for the top. Ireland have been ranked number one in the world for more than a year, and claimed a Six Nations Grand Slam earlier this year - so expectations will be high that Andy Farrell and co can deliver the biggest prize of all!
TOFFS’ Gift Pick: Cheer Ireland on to glory with this vintage-style Ireland 1926 Retro Rugby Shirt!
Browse our full range of Ireland retro rugby shirts here.
Italy
Italy head to France looking to build their reputation as a competitive World Cup side. The aim will surely be to progress beyond the pool stage for the first time - and with giants like France and New Zealand drawn in the same section this year, doing so will require a truly heroic effort!
TOFFS’ Gift Pick: Our Italy 1975 Vintage Home Rugby Shirt has a timeless look, with its vivid blue colour, white collar and Italian flag emblem.
Browse our full range of Italy retro rugby shirts, or take a look at our selection of kids’ sizes.
Japan
Japan reached the quarter-finals of the World Cup for the first time in 2019, but their form in the years since suggest they might struggle to reach the same level in 2023. Nevertheless, if World Cup history has taught us anything, it’s that Japan are capable of pulling off a shock result…
TOFFS’ Gift Pick: Show your support for the Brave Blossoms with this high-quality Japan 1932 Vintage Rugby Shirt replica!
Browse our full range of Japan retro rugby shirts here.
New Zealand
Three-time winners New Zealand are always going to be among the favourites for any World Cup, and this time is no different. Ian Foster’s side will be keen to make their peerless pedigree show - and have a point to prove after their record defeat to archrivals South Africa in their final warmup game before the tournament!
TOFFS’ Gift Pick: Choose our New Zealand 1980 Vintage Rugby Shirt for that iconic All Black look!
Browse our full range of New Zealand retro rugby shirts, or take a look at our selection of kids’ sizes.
Scotland
Gregor Townsend’s Scotland squad have shown a lot of quality in recent months - and they’ll certainly need it to escape a highly competitive pool that also includes favourites South Africa and Ireland. If they can get past these behemoths, how far could they go?
TOFFS’ Gift Pick: Enjoy the deep blues of our Scotland 1980 Vintage Rugby Shirt, complete with the famous Scottish thistle emblem.
Browse our full range of Scotland retro rugby shirts, or take a look at our selection of kids’ sizes.
South Africa
South Africa will be raring to go after a record-breaking statement win over New Zealand in August. Having claimed the 2019 championship, few would bet against the Springboks being in with a strong chance of claiming a record-breaking fourth World Cup.
TOFFS’ Gift Pick: Show your support for the reigning world champions with our South Africa 1955 Vintage Rugby Shirt, with its unmistakable green-and-yellow colours and springbok emblem!
Browse our full range of South Africa retro rugby shirts here.
Wales
Having reached the semi finals in 2019, Wales head into this year’s tournament with more modest expectations - but coach Warren Gatland is an experienced old dog when it comes to World Cups. Can his side spring a surprise or two?
TOFFS’ Gift Pick: Roar Wales on to glory with our striking all-red Wales 1976 Vintage Rugby Shirt!
Browse our full range of Wales retro rugby shirts, or take a look at our selection of kids’ sizes.
Explore our complete rugby range
This is just scratching the surface of the full range of rugby shirts and products we sell at TOFFS. You can explore our complete rugby range here, or take a look at our casualwear range, which includes a number of products that are inspired by the aesthetic and colours of classic rugby gear.
Whatever you choose to purchase, we’re confident it’ll help to make this Rugby World Cup an event to remember!
