USA Eagles Defeat Spain 27-19, Complete Historic Undefeated Tour
USA Eagles Defeat Spain 27-19, Complete Historic Undefeated Tour
The USA Eagles secure a historic 27-19 win over Spain, completing an undefeated November tour, a milestone in their journey toward World Cup qualification.
The USA Eagles sealed a gritty 27-19 victory over Spain in a hard-fought contest on Saturday, marking a momentous milestone in the team’s journey.
This win not only secured their third consecutive victory, it also capped off an undefeated November test tour—a historic achievement for the Eagles in recent years.
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The match saw a determined and disciplined performance from the Eagles, with debutant Noah Brown making his first appearance in the USA jersey.
The result showcased the growth and promise of the squad under head coach Scott Lawrence, whose leadership has steered the team toward significant improvements in both attacking threat and defensive resilience.
As the Eagles look ahead to a World Cup qualification year, this victory against Spain represents a pivotal step in their development.
Reflecting on the game, Lawrence emphasized the importance of maintaining composure in key areas.
“The things we need to remember are important in test rugby are discipline and clean exits,” he said. “Those two things — we were clean in the first half and in control, and when we weren’t, we were under pressure late in the game.”
Spain, known for its physicality and flair, provided a stern test for the Eagles.
The visitors controlled much of the first half, leveraging disciplined play to build a commanding lead. However, lapses in the second half allowed Spain to claw its way back into contention, showcasing the importance of sustained focus throughout the full 80 minutes.
In recapping the season, Lawrence highlighted the team’s remarkable progress.
“The team grew tremendously throughout the year," Lawrence said. "We started with a really young group in terms of caps, and you can see the incremental growth in both their game knowledge and accuracy, as well as resiliency toward the end of the year.
“It’s important now that we work with the players to put themselves in a good position to perform for their professional clubs when they return. So, in the short-term, that’s what the focus will be. We want the players to go back and be afforded the minutes they need as international players in their professional teams.”
The win against Spain underlines the Eagles’ potential and sets the stage for future successes. With a foundation built on youth, discipline and a clear development pathway, the USA Eagles are proving themselves a team to watch as they prepare for the challenges ahead.
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