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.

Listless Canada overpowered by Brazil

Brazil have beaten Canada for a second time in their history, and this time there was no last-gasp effort required. The final score at the Estádio Martins Pereira was 18-10 in favor of the home side as the Canadians failed to score a single point in a woeful second half performance. …

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Argentina XV run over 14-man USA

The Argentina XV ran over a 14-man USA in Patagonia to put one hand on the 2019 Americas Rugby Championship (ARC) trophy. The 45-12 victory was arguably the greatest win from the Argentina XV in the four year history of the ARC. A blistering start to the match from the …

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Season Over for van der Merwe

The season is over for DTH van der Merwe. The Canadian speedster has undergone shoulder surgery and will play no further part in the Glasgow Warriors’ 2018-2019 campaigns in either the Pro 14 or the European Champions Cup. Following the successful surgery van der Merwe has begun rehabilitation and will …

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Uruguay win over improved Chile

Uruguay were winners against an improved Chile in tonight’s ARC fixture. Los Teros won 20-5 though were far from playing at their peak, a notable problem as RWC 2019 is just seven months away. Chile’s best rugby came in the opening quarter. Los Cóndores spent a large part of the …

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Capó Ortega Sidelined through Injury

Castres captain Rodrigo Capó Ortega has been sidelined through injury. The Uruguayan has been ruled out of playing rugby for two or three months. His injury has been diagnosed as a herniated disc. The two-time Top 14 champion underwent surgery in France on Tuesday. His return to the field will …

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ARC Preview – Brazil vs Canada

Two sides looking to rebound from defeat will collide in the second round of the Americas Rugby Championship on Saturday. Canada arrives in São José dos Campos looking to bounce back from their disappointing loss to Uruguay while Brazil are hoping for the same after being routed by the Argentina …

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