World Rugby announces November schedule for Nations Cup 2026

World Rugby has confirmed the match schedule for the second phase of the inaugural 2026 Nations Cup, which will take place from November 6 to 21 across Europe and Hong Kong. The tournament features 12 teams that have qualified for the Men’s Rugby World Cup 2027, divided into two pools of six. Two inaugural champions will be crowned at the conclusion of the event.

In Pool A (Americas and Pacific), the USA currently leads with an undefeated record. Other competing teams include Canada, Chile, Samoa, Tonga, and Uruguay. In Pool B, Georgia currently holds the top position. The upcoming November fixtures include Canada playing Georgia in Tbilisi on November 7, followed by a match against Hong Kong in Chambery, France, on November 14, and a final match against Romania in Bucharest on November 20.

The Nations Cup is designed to provide meaningful annual competition and revenue opportunities for growing rugby markets ahead of the 2027 World Cup in Australia.