The Argentina XV will resume training in Buenos Aires on Tuesday. Following their shocking defeat to Brazil this past weekend a much changed roster has been named to take on the Uruguay XV. Among those called-up are Pumas Manuel Montero and Matías Moroni. Serious injuries to Manuel Montero have prevented …

Up and Under is a weekly exclusive on Americas Rugby News which reviews the best and worst from games involving the Americas teams over the previous week. Due to the volume of rugby played this past week this week’s Up and Under is a Special Edition.   UP Brazil Miracles …

For the second week in a row the Glendale Raptors were given a stern challenge by their opponents but once again emerged the winners taking a 31-27 result over the San Diego Legion at Infinity Park on Sunday. The battle up front was particularly intriguing with the San Diego forwards …

In the end it wasn’t even close. New Zealand closed out a perfect tournament with a sensational 46-0 win over Australia to claim the title at the Langford Sevens on Sunday. Their only scare came against England in the Quarter Final, with Portia Woodman completing her hat trick to seal …

A busy weekend of international competition has come to an end in the Americas. In all seven matches were played. The Americas Rankings – May 13 2018 have been updated to take into account the points exchanged. The opening international of the weekend was played on Friday. Guadeloupe had home advantage …

A back-and-forth struggle in searing heat at Archbishop Shaw Field saw the Seattle Seawolves earn a narrow 31-29 victory over the New Orleans Gold on Saturday. Despite conceding five tries while scoring only four, 11 points from the boot of Seawolves kicker Peter Smith proved the difference with NOLA left …

The Uruguay XV played host to Chile on Saturday. The fixture was the first of its kind as it broke with the tradition of capped internationals between the countries. With Uruguay having qualified for RWC 2019 the focus for the remainder of 2019 is expanding the player base. The leading …

Canada and the USA will meet in the Cup Quarter Finals of the Langford Sevens after the two sides progressed with two wins each on Day One. It’s a relief for both after crashing out during the pool stages in Kitakyushu last month. It was a difficult start for the …

Ealing Trailfinders are the 2018 British & Irish Cup Champions. The Greene King IPA Championship club brought the curtains down on their memorable season with a 22-7 win over Leinster ‘A’ in front of nearly 1,400 fans at Vallis Way on Saturday. It’s a first for Ealing and also a …

The third and final Major League Rugby match of the weekend takes place at Infinity Park on Sunday as the Glendale Raptors play host to the San Diego Legion. It’s a prime time contest between the top two teams on the table heading into Week 4 and promises to be …

The Turks & Caicos Islands outperformed the British Virgin Islands today, winning 63-12. The test match was a friendly and therefore not a part of the 2018 Rugby Americas North (RAN) Championship. The home crowd at Meridian field were treated to some free-flowing rugby with the Flamingoes utilizing their speedy backs …

Jamaica defeated Barbados this afternoon to secure the RAN Cup. The 37-29 victory away victory sees the Crocs making it a double after previously winning at home against Barbados last month. The two victories mean Jamaica is the 2018 Rugby Americas North (RAN) Cup Champion. The RAN Cup is the …

Paraguay defeated Colombia in a classic encounter this afternoon at the Héroes de Curupayty, in Asunción. Trailing 26-15 at half time it took a late penalty from Sergio Alvarenga to give Paraguay a 28-26 victory. It would be the Paraguayan fly half who would score the opening and closing points …

The Utah Warriors got their first Major League Rugby win and then some as they produced a thunderous performance in wet weather to beat Austin Elite 41-22 at Zions Bank Stadium on Friday evening. It was an impressive display of power and tactical awareness from the home team who dictated …

The Uruguay XV have been beaten at home by Chile. Los Cóndores conquered the Estadio Charrúa, winning a thriller 22-20. The win gives both Chile and Uruguay a 1-1 record in the 2018 Sudamericano 6 Naciones A. While not being Los Teros the Uruguayans went into the match with four …

Grenoble are back in the Top 14. The French side defeated Oyonnax today to win promotion to the Top 14, making the move from the Pro D2. Grenoble secured the 14th and final spot in the 2018-2019 Top 14 season by defeating Oyonnax. The 47-22 win means Oyonnax join Brive …

Brazil shocked the Argentina XV on Saturday afternoon with a stunning 36-33 come-from-behind victory in Buenos Aires. The half-time score saw the Tupis trailing by 33-3. It’s the first time ever Brazil has defeated an Argentine representative side at senior men’s level. Coming off a dominant display against Chile, Brazil …

Major League Rugby‘s fourth week continues on Saturday when the New Orleans Gold play their home opener against the Seattle Seawolves. After a promising start against the SaberCats, the Gold stumbled against Austin Elite last weekend and will be keen to get back on track but face a formidable Seawolves …

Captain Americas Blaine Scully scored in a winning Challenge Cup Final effort. Played in Bilbao, Spain on Friday Scully crossed for a second half try to help the Cardiff Blues to a 31-30 victory over Gloucester. In what was an all-time rugby classic the Welsh capital side came from behind …

All 12 teams competing at the Langford Sevens on Canada’s West Coast this weekend have confirmed their rosters. It’s the penultimate round of the 2017-18 HSBC Sevens Series leaving precious little time for teams to make up ground in the standings. Canada faltered to their worst-ever finish in Kitakyushu. They …