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Canada have been drawn alongside the USA in Pool B for Rugby World Cup 2021. The flagship women’s tournament is to be hosted by New Zealand from September 18 to October 16 of next year.
The Women’s Eagles finished in 4th place at RWC 2017, one spot higher than Canada, but are currently ranked 6th to Canada’s 3rd. Their most Can-Am Series was hosted in San Diego a year ago with the Canadians taking both results.
Rounding out Pool B will be two teams to be determined, a European and Asian qualifier. Russia, Spain, and the Netherlands are in contention for the European spot with Hong Kong, Japan, and Kazakhstan in the mix to represent Asia. Dates for the remaining qualifiers are to be confirmed.
Defending champions and hosts New Zealand head up Pool A with Australia, Wales, and a Repechage winner. This is the first time the women’s version of the tournament will feature a last-gasp qualifier.
Pool C is entirely set. England are the top seeds followed by France, South Africa, and Fiji.
