English rugby refers to the sport of rugby played in England, which is governed by the Rugby Football Union (RFU). The game is divided into two main formats: rugby union and rugby league. Rugby union features 15 players per team, while rugby league has 13. Both formats involve carrying, passing, and kicking an oval ball to score points by touching it down in the opponent's goal area. The English national teams compete in various international tournaments, including the Six Nations Championship and the Rugby World Cup. England has a rich rugby history, with notable achievements such as winning the Rugby World Cup in 2003. The sport is popular at both amateur and professional levels across the country.