In game three of Los Jaguares’ three-match tour of South Africa the Argentine side face the Sharks. The match will take place on Saturday in Durban and is to be a decisive match-up for both teams. The Sharks have named a side with four changes for the round six fixture. …
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Selknam shock Peñarol in first SLAR match
Selknam upset Peñarol this evening to win the historic first ever SLAR match. The Chilean side were 15-13 winners as they won by kicking their shots at goal, while Peñarol were left disappointed after the highly reliable Federico Favaro had an off night. Favaro opened the scoring. Five minutes into …
Read More »MLR Team of the Week – Round 4
A change in fortunes was the theme for two established teams in the 4th week of the 2020 Major League Rugby season. The 2018 finalists – Seattle and Colorado (formerly Glendale) – were a combined 0-6 coming in and both earned resounding victories. Meanwhile San Diego and Toronto extended their …
Read More »SLAR 2020 – Corinthians Preview
Brazil’s first professional rugby team is Corinthians. The São Paulo-based side is playing under the name of one of the country’s top soccer clubs past and present. The association is common in Brazilian sport, although it is also something which fiercely divides supporters. Head Coach: Corinthians are coached by former Brazilian …
Read More »SLAR 2020 – Ceibos Preview
Argentina’s second professional rugby team is Los Ceibos. The team will compete in the Súper Liga Americana de Rugby and will play home matches in the country’s second largest city, Córdoba. The team name Los Ceibos comes from the Spanish for Erythrina crista-galli. It is a tree of national significance …
Read More »SLAR 2020 – Olímpia Lions Preview
Before a single minute of the Súper Liga Americana de Rugby (SLAR) was played, the competition was already groundbreaking. Included is a professional team from Paraguay. The Olímpia Lions are to be the rugby team for Paraguay’s leading soccer club, Olímpia. In the round ball sport, Olímpia has 43 national …
Read More »Peter Nelson set to join Seattle Seawolves
Canada’s World Cup flyhalf Peter Nelson is set to join the Seattle Seawolves. The 27-year-old from Northern Ireland has agreed a deal for the remainder of the 2020 Major League Rugby season pending visa clearance. Once confirmed he will be the 7th Canadian international on the Seawolves roster. Nelson’s entire …
Read More »SLAR 2020 – Peñarol Preview
The first game of the inaugural Súper Liga Americana de Rugby (SLAR) will be between Peñarol and Selknam. To underline the growth of rugby in South America it is fittingly an Uruguayan vs Chile fixture. Moreover, the fixture will be at the Estadio Charrúa. ARN’s own Paul Tait has viewed …
Read More »RWC 2021 Qualifier this Saturday – Colombia vs Brazil
Colombia play host to Brazil this coming Saturday. The match opens international competition for 2020 with the teams battling-it-out in a RWC 2011 Qualifier. RWC 2021 is to be played in New Zealand and is the next edition of what was formerly known as the Women’s Rugby World Cup. Las …
Read More »SLAR 2020 – Selknam Preview
Chile’s first professional rugby team is Selknam. The team name sees a unique identity; one that is absent from existing Chilean sport. Selknam were a native people of South America, specifically from the Patagonian regions of Chile and Argentina. They were among the final native groups to be encountered by …
Read More »SLAR to be streamed on Youtube
The Súper Liga Americana de Rugby (SLAR) kicks-off tomorrow. The opening match between Peñarol and Selknam and it will be broadcast for those within the region. For those outside of the region seeking to watch the match you will be able to do so on the official youtube channel, SLAR …
Read More »Free Jacks sign Eagles lock Ben Landry
The New England Free Jacks have made a sizable splash in the transfer market with the acquisition of US Eagles lock Ben Landry. A free agent since leaving Ealing Trailfinders prior to RWC 2019, the 28-year-old Wisconsin native joins the Boston franchise for the remainder of the 2020 Major League …
Read More »SLAR Preview: Peñarol vs Selknam
History will be made on Wednesday. Peñarol vs Selknam will kick-off the Súper Liga Americana de Rugby (SLAR), South America’s professional rugby competition. The inaugural fixture will be an Uruguayan vs Chilean fixture and will take place on Wednesday at the home of Los Teros, the Estadio Charrúa. ¡Este es …
Read More »MLR Highlights: Seattle Seawolves vs New England Free Jacks
Fans who braved some inclement Seattle weather on Saturday night were treated to a thrilling contest that saw the Seawolves defeat the Free Jacks 44-29 to earn their first win of the season. Click here to access the complete match report. The following video is courtesy of Major League Rugby.
Read More »MLR Highlights: Houston SaberCats vs Rugby United New York
A stiff Texan breeze made for two contrasting halves at AVEVA Stadium on Sunday evening. It was Rugby United New York who adjusted best, riding a dominant first half to a 31-23 win over the feisty but ultimately second-best SaberCats. Click here to access the complete match report. The following …
Read More »Seawolves bring back William Rasileka
The Seattle Seawolves have reached back into their past for another veteran to bolster their ailing backs division. Having plucked Peter Tiberio out of retirement last week, the defending champions have now signed center William Rasileka for the remainder of the 2020 Major League Rugby season. Rasileka starred for the …
Read More »MLR Highlights: NOLA Gold vs San Diego Legion
Two tries from Ma’a Nonu helped San Diego win their fourth in a row as they came away from New Orleans with a 25-21 result over the Gold on Saturday. The Legion held NOLA scoreless in the second half with two late penalties from Joe Pietersen sealing the come-from-behind victory. …
Read More »MLR Highlights: Austin vs Old Glory DC
The Gilgronis recovered from a poor first half to make the game interesting, but ultimately fell by 28-19 to Old Glory in San Antonio on Saturday afternoon. Click here to access a complete match report. The following video is courtesy of Major League Rugby.
Read More »MLR Highlights: Rugby ATL vs Toronto Arrows
The Toronto Arrows were winners on the road in the MLR on Sunday. The Canadian side were 28-18 winners in a match wherein they outscored the hosts by four tries to two. South Americans enjoyed the performance which saw tries to Leandro Leivas (2), Gastón Mieres and Tomás de la Vega. …
Read More »Selknam to play host to Ceibos at Chile’s National Stadium
Selknam are to play host to Los Ceibos at Chile’s national stadium, the Estadio Nacional de Chile. The fixture will be a second round match in the Súper Liga Americana de Rugby (SLAR) which begins on Wednesday, March 04. The opening match of the SLAR will be an Uruguayan vs …
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