Americas Rugby News
April 16, 2026
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Australia and the USA will renew acquaintances in Kansas City on Friday night, the second match of a Pacific Four double-header. It’s a case of unfinished business, as the two sides finished in a dead heat during their most recent encounter at last year’s World Cup. Both teams will be …
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Americas Rugby News
April 16, 2026
225
The Pacific Four moves to Kansas City on Friday. Two of the world’s best teams collide in the first match of the double-header. Canada delivered an historic performance to shut New Zealand out of the World Cup Final last fall. The Black Ferns will have that result top of mind …
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Paul Tait
April 16, 2026
371
The continuation of Yacare in Super Rugby Americas (SRA) is under threat. In an interview with El Polideportivo on La Tribu Deport 1120 AM, Gustavo Borgognon, the president of the Unión de Rugby del Paraguay (UPR) explained that SRA 2026 may be the last to feature the Paraguayan team. Borgognon …
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Americas Rugby News
April 15, 2026
145
The Newcastle Red Bulls have unveiled the signing of a Puma. Benjamín Elizalde will join the club mid-year on a two-year deal. Elizalde sill do so from the Bristol Bears after completing his second season in the English Premiership with the West Country. The 21-year-old from Salta is a utility …
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Americas Rugby News
April 14, 2026
149
Los Capibaras enjoyed a solid night out against Los Tarucas in Rosario on Monday. The rookie team successfully lifted the Copa La Capital thanks to completing a 39-28 victory. With Los Pumas Coaching staff (Felipe Contepomi, Andrés Bordoy and Juan Martin Fernández Lobbe) watching on, Los Capibaras completed a bonus …
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Americas Rugby News
April 12, 2026
366
The battle of the New Zealand Super Rugby Americas (SRA) coaches was won by Jake Magrin as Selknam defeated Os Cobras in São Paulo on Sunday. The 27-26 result sees Selknam moving up the standings to overtake champions, Peñarol and, for the time being, also go above Los Capibaras. This …
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Americas Rugby News
April 12, 2026
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Stade Français N8 Juan Martín Scelzo has his sights set on becoming a Puma like his father. Juan Martín Scelzo is eligible for four teams who will play at Rugby World Cup 2027: Argentina, France, Italy and Spain. Dragons prop, Puma Rodrigo Martínez is now a qualified lawyer. Fellow Pumas …
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Americas Rugby News
April 11, 2026
174
After six narrow losses in the opening six rounds of Super Rugby Americas (SRA) 2026, Yacare were winless. This ended in week seven as Yacare were comprehensive winners over Los Dogos in Asunción, Paraguay. The 41-20 victory sees the team now having breathing space between itself and the bottom of …
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Americas Rugby News
April 11, 2026
237
The Hounds head back to Chicago for their home opener on Sunday night after picking up a comfortable win over Anthem in Charlotte last weekend. Arriving from the West Coast are the California Legion, who recovered from their shock season opener loss with a blowout win over the defending champion …
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Americas Rugby News
April 11, 2026
257
It’s another home game for Anthem on Sunday, as they look to bounce back from defeat suffered at the hands of Chicago last weekend. The visiting Seawolves opened their campaign with a win at home over Old Glory. Seattle heads east this week with a more conventional backline selection, while …
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Americas Rugby News
April 11, 2026
176
Peñarol’s quest to defend their Super Rugby Americas (SRA) title took a hit on Friday as Los Pampas put the reigning champions to the sword. Played at La Catedral in Buenos Aires, Los Pampas scored a bonus point victory without conceding a try. The match was locked at 0-0 for …
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Americas Rugby News
April 11, 2026
310
Vannes are the dominant team this season in the Pro D2. After 26 rounds of the French second division season, Vannes are on 104 competition points. Colomiers are in second position on 81 points. With the top six advancing to the play-off’s, Vannes are heavy favorites to go all the …
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Americas Rugby News
April 10, 2026
401
Canada plays their first match since the World Cup Final in the second part of a Pacific Four double-header in Sacramento. Their opponents Australia were knocked out by the Maple Leafs in the Quarter Final at Bristol seven months ago, but started their 2026 campaign with a win at home …
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Americas Rugby News
April 10, 2026
432
The Pacific Four kicks off with a double-header in Sacramento on Saturday. It’s the first match for both the USA and New Zealand since the World Cup, which saw the Eagles knocked out in the pool stage and the Black Ferns settling for Bronze after being upset by Canada in …
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Americas Rugby News
April 10, 2026
146
After a poor result in California to open their season, the defending champion Free Jacks are looking for an immediate turnaround in their home opener against Old Glory on Saturday. DC also started their campaign with a loss – in Seattle – but remarkable had New England’s number in 2025, …
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Americas Rugby News
April 10, 2026
394
History was made on Friday as international competition between Croatia and Mexico began. Known as Las Serpientes, the North Americans confirmed their superior world ranking as they overcame Croatia at Stadion Park Mladeži in Split, Croatia. Mexico defeated Croatia 33-17 in Friday’s test match on the eastern shore of the …
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Americas Rugby News
April 10, 2026
160
Rugby World Cup 1995 hosts and winners, South Africa enjoyed an unbeaten campaign in their debut RWC tournament. However, their match against Canada in the pool stage has gone down in the memory of many for the wrong reasons. Played at Boet Eramus Stadium in Port Elizabeth, South Africa, the …
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Americas Rugby News
April 9, 2026
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After a break for the Easter Holidays, Super Rugby Americas (SRA) returns with a full round from April 10 to 13. It will be week seven of the SRA season. The round sees a spreading of the four league matches from Friday through Monday. Game one will be played in …
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Americas Rugby News
April 8, 2026
167
Argentina’s roster has been confirmed for the upcoming 2026 u20 Rugby Championship. A 31 man roster has been finalized to compete in Port Elizabeth, South Africa from April 27 to May 09. Los Pumitas will face the u20 teams from Australia, New Zealand and South Africa. FIXTURES – U20 …
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Americas Rugby News
April 7, 2026
234
United Rugby Championship (URC) Benetton have announced the recruitment of an uncapped prop from Argentina. The Italian club will be the first foreign experience for Matías Medrano. The loose-head prop from Buenos Aires replaces Thomas Gallo who is joining Lyon in the Top 14 from next season. Medrano will make …
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