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.

Canada to face All Blacks XV in October

Canada’s end of year matches will involve a game against the All Blacks XV. The team is the rebranded junior All Blacks, the New Zealand next-of-xv. The All Blacks XV will play four matches in late 2022, one of which will be against Canada. The All Blacks XV will play …

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Belgium confirm squad for Canada test

Belgium have confirmed their squad of 25 players to prepare for Saturday’s match against Canada in Halifax. As with their hosts, it’s a mix of experience and youth with several leading players opting out of the one-off test. Included are 11 who play their club rugby in France. Four of …

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MLR 2022 Dream Team – Have Your Say

Next week ARN will be publishing its annual MLR Dream Team. As we did last year, we are again giving you the chance to have your say. Over the next few days we’ll collect your feedback in the comment section below, on Facebook, and on our Twitter feed. As with last year …

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World Rugby Disqualify Spain from RWC 2023

World Rugby have not changed their minds. Spain have been disqualified from competing at Rugby World Cup 2023. The decision follows an appeal which Spain contested the decision. It means that the April 28 decision to disqualify Spain is upheld. Click here to read outcome from April 28. With Spain …

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Up and Under

Up and Under is a weekly exclusive on Americas Rugby News. It covers the best and worst from games involving the Americas players and teams over the previous week.   UP New York are 2022 MLR Champions Rugby New York captured their first Major League Rugby title with a comprehensive …

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