USA RUGBY SET FOR LANDMARK 2025 HOME EVENT SERIES IN MASSIVE RUGBY WORLD CUP YEAR FOR MEN’S AND WOMEN’S EAGLES

• USA Rugby, World Rugby, and TEG Sport unveil biggest-ever home event schedule for Men’s and Women’s Eagles in pivotal year
• Women’s Eagles prepare for RWC 2025 in England, while Men’s Eagles push for RWC 2027 qualification
• Fixtures represent a major step in World Rugby’s U.S. growth strategy, expanding the sport’s reach and commercial potential
• Women’s rugby central to the plan, with home fixtures spotlighting top female athletes and inspiring future generations
• Landmark matches underscore USA’s place as a major rugby nation in the global calendar, fueling long-term investment and growth. 

Kansas City (March 18th, 2025) – USA Rugby & World Rugby are pleased to partner with TEG Sport to host a series of world-class international rugby matches across four cities in 2025, as the USA Eagles embark on a landmark year on the global rugby stage.

This initiative is a key pillar of World Rugby’s commitment to growing the sport in the U.S in partnership with USA Rugby and key stakeholders, driving fan engagement, commercial investment, and high-performance opportunities for the Eagles ahead of hosting Rugby World Cups in 2031 (men) and 2033 (women).

With the Women’s Eagles targeting success at the biggest-ever Rugby World Cup in England later this year and the Men’s Eagles chasing Australia 2027 qualification, an exciting schedule of 12 international matches on American soil will provide unprecedented access for fans, boosting engagement and driving rugby’s national impact.

In Kansas City, the Women’s Eagles will play Canada at CPKC Stadium, the world’s first stadium purpose-built for a women’s professional team and home of the National Women’s Soccer League’s Kansas City Current. The KC region has established itself as a standout sports destination, delivering a first-rate fan atmosphere and premier venues that attract a wide range of world-class athletic events, including USA Rugby.

The first six fixtures span five match weekends, with Pacific Nations Cup hosting details to follow on April 16:

• April 26 – USA Women vs. Japan, Wallis Annenberg Stadium, UCLA, Los Angeles (a double header with the Major League Rugby match featuring RFCLA vs. San Diego Legion)
• May 2 – USA Women vs. Canada, CPKC Stadium, Kansas City, MO
• July 5 – USA Men vs. Netherlands, American Legion Memorial Stadium, Charlotte, NC
• July 12 – USA Men vs. Spain, American Legion Memorial Stadium, Charlotte, NC
• July 19 – Double Header: USA Men vs. England & USA Women vs. Fiji, Audi Field, Washington, D.C.

Tickets go on sale March 28th here at CPKCStadium.com with pre-sales beginning on March 27^th.

The expanded test schedule builds on the announcement of New Zealand vs. Ireland at Soldier Field, Chicago (Nov. 1), alongside LA’s HSBC SVNS World Championship Final (May 3-4)— making this truly a landmark year for rugby in the U.S.

World Rugby Chair Brett Robinson: “The U.S. is a rapidly growing rugby market with strong commercial and hosting interest ahead of the 2031 and 2033 Rugby World Cups. This test series reflects our ambition to build a sustainable competition calendar that enhances performance, attracts new audiences, and fuels rugby’s growth.”

USA Rugby CEO Bill Goren: “This marks a special year for USA Rugby with the initial announcement of our home events series. We’re thrilled to bring the Men’s and Women’s Eagles to fans coast-to-coast, in the largest slate of home matches since 2019. With Rugby World Cup stakes on the line for both teams, rugby fans can expect the very best rugby in stadiums this year.”

Kansas City Sports Commission and Visit KC President & CEO Kathy Nelson: “We’re honored to welcome the U.S. and Canadian teams to Kansas City, and it couldn’t be a more fitting opportunity. Our region is recognized for a far-reaching love of sports at every level and a demonstrated commitment to women’s athletics. As rugby solidifies and expands its place on the U.S. sports landscape, Kansas City is undoubtedly the right choice to showcase the sport’s world-class talent and attract new fans.”

Kansas City Current President Raven Jemison: “CPKC Stadium has etched its place in history as a beacon of equality for women’s sports and we are eager to welcome USA and Canada Rugby women’s teams to Kansas City. This is an opportunity to highlight excellence of the world’s top female rugby players as they play their part in inspiring future generations.”

TEG Sport CEO Geoff Jones: “We are delighted to be a part of this exceptional list of rugby matches on U.S. soil. The American fans have shown they are hungry for more top-quality international rugby, and this slate of games represents exactly that. We look forward to continuing to support bringing the best teams in the world to the United States, as we head towards the monumental occasions of having both Rugby World Cups in America in a few years.”

About USA Rugby
Established in 1975, USA Rugby is the National Governing Body (NGB) for the sport of rugby in America and a Full Sport Member of the United States Olympic and Paralympic Committee. Currently headquartered in Glendale, Colorado, USA Rugby is charged with developing the game on all levels and has more than 100,000 active members across the Youth, High School, College and Senior club level. USA Rugby oversees four national teams, multiple age-grade programs, and an emerging Olympic development pathway for elite athletes. In 2031 and 2033, USA Rugby will welcome the world for the Men’s and Women’s Rugby World Cup, the pinnacle event in the sport and third largest in the word. Visit usa.rugby for more information.

About World Rugby
World Rugby is the global governing body for rugby union. With a mandate to grow the sport by increasing accessibility and relevance, World Rugby is the owner and organizer of some of the world’s largest sporting events, including the men’s and women’s Rugby World Cups. Owing to the commercial success of men’s Rugby World Cup France 2023, World Rugby is investing a record £300 million directly in rugby’s growth between 2024-27, a 28 per cent increase on the previous four-year cycle. With men’s and women’s Rugby World Cups taking place in England (women, 2025), Australia (men 2027 and women 2029) and the USA (men 2031 and women 2033), World Rugby has a transformative runway of certainty and opportunity to drive new participation and revenue opportunities. 

About TEG Sport
TEG Sport is a producer and promoter of live sporting events featuring the world’s biggest sporting teams and brands. TEG Sport is owned by TEG, a leading global live entertainment, ticketing, and technology business which operates globally and includes Ticketek, Ticketek Marketplace, Ticketek UK, Ticketek New Zealand, Ticketek Malaysia, Ticketek Philippines, Ticketek Singapore, Eventopia, Softix, TEG Dainty, TEG Sport, TEG Van Egmond, Laneway Festival, Handsome Tours, SXSW Sydney, TEG Theatrical, MJR Presents, TEG Life Like Touring, Brickman, TEG Rockefeller, TEG Rugby Live, TEG Europe, Propaganda, TEG Live USA, Qudos Bank Arena, FAN+, VIP NOW, and Ovation.

About CPKC Stadium 

CPKC Stadium is the first stadium in the world purpose-built for a women’s professional sports team and the home of the Kansas City Current. CPKC Stadium opened March 16, 2024 and became the first club in NWSL history to sell out every regular season home match. In 2024 CPKC Stadium was named one of TIME Magazine’s Top 100 Places to Visit in the world. In addition to hosting the Current’s home matches, CPKC Stadium is a state-of-the-art entertainment venue that also hosts private events and other sporting events. In all aspects of the fan experience, CPKC Stadium has a focus on inclusivity and sustainability becoming the first stadium in the state of Missouri to earn LEED Gold Certification.