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.

Lavanini Facing Suspension Following Red Card

Argentina’s Tomás Lavanini is facing suspension following his first half red card against England earlier today. World Rugby has confirmed that he is to attend a disciplinary hearing on Monday. Argentina second-row Tomas Lavanini was issued with a red card for a dangerous tackle contrary to Law 9.13 during Argentina’s …

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England heap misery on 14-man Argentina

England effectively ended Argentina’s hopes of a Quarter Final appearance as they defeated Los Pumas 39-10 in front of a packed house in Tokyo on Saturday. It was a match marred by an early red card that left the South Americans shorthanded for the majority of the contest. Argentina got …

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Australia overpower committed Uruguay in Oita

Los Teros put up a brave fight but were ultimately overpowered by the Wallabies at Oita Stadium. The final score read Australia 45, Uruguay 10. It was a significant improvement from the South Americans over their defeat in the same contest four years ago, more-so in performance than score. Uruguay …

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JP Aguirre signs for Rugby United New York

Rugby United New York have confirmed the signing of Juan Pablo Aguirre for the 2020 Major League Rugby season. The Argentine midfielder arrives from Austin, who he joined part-way through the 2019 campaign after a successful collegiate career at Lindenwood that saw him twice receiving honorable mention on the annual …

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RWC Pool C Preview – France vs Tonga

Great interest will be placed on this match from the Americas. Argentina and the USA are both in Pool C with the former side looking for the Pacific Islanders to pull-off an upset to help their cause. The USA face Tonga in their final match, with a win in that …

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