Peñarol are the 2022 Súper Liga Americana de Rugby (SLAR) champions. The Uruguayans defeated Selknam 24-13 in the final in Montevideo on Friday evening. The win came with a strong start, one that gave them a commanding lead before Selknam clashed back to make it into a genuine contest. Before …
Read More »MLR 2022 – Utah Warriors vs LA Giltinis – ARN Guide
It’s the last home game of the season for the Warriors on Saturday afternoon when they welcome the LA Giltinis to Zions Bank Stadium. There are no playoffs in Utah’s immediate future but they can still have a say in the seedings if they can topple their guests for a …
Read More »MLR 2022 – Rugby ATL vs Toronto Arrows – ARN Guide
The Fire & Ice Cup will be on the line at Silverbacks Park on Sunday afternoon where Rugby ATL play host to the Toronto Arrows. For the latter it’s also last chance saloon with anything less than a win formally ending their playoff hunt. Even a victory might not be …
Read More »MLR 2022 – Seattle Seawolves vs Houston SaberCats – ARN Guide
It’s all on the line for the Seattle Seawolves when they host the Houston SaberCats on Friday night. Only a convincing win will keep the home side alive in the playoff race, and even then they must prevent the visitors from scoring a single bonus point. All that only gives …
Read More »SLAR 2022 Final – Peñarol vs Selknam – ARN Guide
South America’s professional rugby competition will come to a close on Friday. In a historic occasion Peñarol play host to Selknam in the SLAR 2022 Final. The Uruguayan vs Chilean final comes following the exit of others, including Argentina’s previously unbeaten Jaguares XV. Peñarol vs Selknam is the SLAR classic, …
Read More »French Barbarians out, Spain to play Canada in July
The French Barbarians have pulled out of the previously announced match against Canada. Confirmed earlier this month, the invitational side was to be the featured opponent for the Canadians on July 10 in Ottawa. A replacement has already been arranged with Spain now to arrive for a one-off test. Los …
Read More »SLAR 2022 – All-Stars
The 2022 Súper Liga Americana de Rugby (SLAR) season has given six countries the opportunity of playing professional rugby in South America. The demanding season featured ten regular season rounds, of which there was some impressive rugby played. SLAR 2022 finalists, Peñarol and Selknam were the leading teams during the …
Read More »SLAR – 2022 MVP
The 2022 Súper Liga Americana de Rugby (SLAR) was the second complete season of the South American professional league. Players from Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, France, Paraguay, South Africa, and Uruguay were involved. The played for teams from the six aforementioned South American countries. Who was the MVP? The two …
Read More »Stade Français sign Juan Martín Sclezo, the son of Pumas Great
Stade Français have recruited Juan Martín Scelzo. The Parisians will be home to the son of Puma great Martín Scelzo until 2024. The club has recruited the 20-year-old from Clermont Espoirs. Martín Scelzo played in Rugby World Cups 1999, 2003, 2007 and 2011. The tight head prop from Buenos Aires …
Read More »Nicolás Freitas Staying at Vannes until 2023
Nicolás Freitas is staying on with Vannes. The Uruguayan back was signed on a six-month deal as a medical joker; however, having impressed at the club he will remain for the 2022-2023 Pro D2 season. Vannes is the second professional club for the Uruguayan center. He played for Peñarol in …
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