Astonishing Comeback for USA Women
In one of the most stirring comebacks in the history of the women's Eagles, the USA came back from a 31-12 deficit to beat Ireland in Dublin 40-36.
The Eagles didn't look bad, per se, in the first half, but they looked outmatched. Ireland was playing faster and smarter and torched the USA on quick passing and taking the ball at pace.
Late try Stumies USA vs Canada
Canada's ability to keep the ball and use that continuity as a defensive tool helped see them through to a 19-16 victory over the USA Saturday in Tokyo.
As a result, Canada takes 3rd in the Pacific Nations Cup and the USA 4th. Jesse Kilgour’s first international try clinched the game for the Canadians, who have an outstanding record against the USA in neutral-site matches.
USA Women Set Sights on Ireland
The WXV Global Series kicks off for the USA Sunday in Dublin with the 8th-ranked Eagles taking on 5th-ranked Ireland.
This is the next step in a series of difficult challenges for the USA team, which, by the end of 2026 will have seen them play 10 test matches, including six against teams ranked in the top six by World Rugby.
USA, Canada Men's Teams Name Rosters for Showdown in Tokyo
The USA men's Eagles will take on cross-border rivals Canada in Japan this weekend as both battle for 3rd in the Pacific Nations Cup.
Both teams lost last week, and won't have been delighted with their performances, but both are also looking ahead toward the future.
USA Head Coach Scott Lawrence has, once again, made some changes in the lineup.
Speed of Play Takes Japan to Big Win Over USA
Japan defeated the USA 63-14 Saturday night in Osaka and it was about as much Japan's night as the score might indicate.
Speed is useful in rugby union. So is power. When you combine them, you can be very deadly. That is what Japan brought to the tackle. They hit it up hard and the support personnel thundered into that contest.
