Americas Rugby News

Formally created in June 2015, this website's goal is to increase media exposure of the Tier 2 rugby nations, and create a hub with a focus on the stories of rugby in the Americas - North, Central and South.

Uruguay come from behind to beat Brazil

Uruguay came back from a 15-point halftime deficit to defeat Brazil 27-18 in São Paulo on Friday evening. The win saved embarrassment for Los Teros after earning World Cup qualification just a week ago and ended Brazil’s five-match undefeated run at Pacaembu. Los Teros were firm favorites to overturn Brazil …

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ARC Preview – USA vs Canada

The Americas Rugby Championship returns to its regular scheduling after seeing its first round broken up over two weekends to accommodate the Americas 2 World Cup Qualifying series. Saturday’s Round 2 action will see the two North American rivals battle it out at Papa Murphy’s Park in Sacramento. After suffering …

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RFU Championship – Round 15 Preview

It’s very quiet in the Greene King IPA Championship this weekend as far as the Americas are concerned. With several players off on international duty for the Americas Rugby Championship it’s a minimal contingent named on team sheets for Friday and Saturday. Bedford Blues will host Jersey Reds at Goldington …

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Guinness Pro 14 – Week 14 Preview

Despite this weekend seeing just the second round of the Six Nations taking place, the long season requires week 14 of the Guinness Pro 14 to be squeezed in. The Celtic-Italian-South African League this weekend sees four Friday matches, two Saturday matches and one Sunday match. Jeff Hassler’s injury came …

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Angus MacLellan set to join Utah Warriors

US Eagles prop Angus MacLellan will play for the Utah Warriors in the 2018 Major League Rugby season. The 25-year-old was surprisingly listed under the Utah banner when USA team for their Americas Rugby Championship match against Canada was announced, having been a long-time member of the Chicago Lions. A …

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ARC Preview – Argentina XV vs Chile

Coming off losses in round one, the Argentina XV and Chile are looking for their opening wins of the 2018 Americas Rugby Championship. They will have the opportunity of playing at the bottom of the world in the iconic Ushuaia. World Rugby Hall of Famer Felipe Contepomi has not held …

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