The assembly sees the conclusion of the Major League Rugby (MLR) season and marks the official start of the Eagles' Test season as they begin setting the foundation for the upcoming 2027 Rugby World Cup.

The squad features a blend of familiar USA stalwarts and new talent with 7 uncapped players named to the set up. Looking to make their USA debuts, Cassh Maluia, Lance Williams and Ma’ake Muti (California Legion), John Rizzo (Old Glory DC) Julian Roberts (Anthem Rugby Carolina) Mason Pedersen (Seattle Seawolves) and Perry Mayo currently playing with French side, USON Nevers join the assembly. 

Team training will get underway in Denver as they dial in on preparations before kicking off their slate of international test matches. The team will first take on Portugal before heading to Charlotte and Cary, North Carolina where they will face Zimbabwe before their third match of the series against Spain. Tickets available at https://eagles.rugby/tickets. 

 Lawrence commented; 

"July is about bringing our core playing group and new coaching staff together for the first time in seven months. With limited preparation time before facing a Portugal side that has already spent significant time together this year and is coming off a successful European campaign, our focus will be on establishing the foundations of our identity and developing to perform in the key moments that decide Test matches.”

“Our leadership group understands that July is the first step in a 13-match journey through 2026. This squad reflects the players we believe are best positioned for this window, while others will continue their preparation through injury management, targeted development opportunities, and competitive match exposure before joining the Eagles later in the year."

The series acts as a launchpad for a demanding 2026 international calendar curated to ensure the team is ready for RWC 2027. Facing a cohesive and match-fit Portugal team right out of the gates will provide an immediate litmus test for Coach Lawrence's side.

USA fans can catch the Eagles live in Colorado and North Carolina with tickets still available at https://eagles.rugby/tickets. 

Fans can get closer to the action with USA Eagles Experiences at https://usaeagles-experiences.com. All match action will be broadcast live on Paramount+

*Denotes uncapped player

• Payton Telea-Ilalio
• Oti Pifeleti
• David Aiun'u
• Kaleb Geiger
• Joe Taufete'e
• Sean McNulty
• Rhyno Herbst
• Sam Golla
• Christian Poidevin
• Marno Redelinghuys
• Jamason Fa'ana Schultz
• Zion Going
• AJ MacGinty
• Jack Walsh
• Mark O'Keeffe
• Oscar Treacy*
  
  

July 4th | USA vs Portugal

DICK’S Sporting Goods Park, Denver, CO - 9:00pm ET

July 11th | USA vs Zimbabwe

American Legion Memorial Stadium, Charlotte, NC - 7:30pm ET

July 18th | USA vs Spain 

First Horizon Stadium at WakeMed Soccer Park, Cary, NC - 7:30pm ET

• Scott Lawrence | Head Coach
• Agustin Cavalieri | Assistant Coach - Forwards 
• Blake Bradford | Assistant Coach - Scrum
• David Williams | Assistant Coach -  Transition and Attack 
• Nathan Grey | Assistant Coach - Defense 
• Steve Brett | Assistant Coach - Attack and Kicking
• Andy Friend | Technical Advisor  
• Davie Gray | Mindset Coach 
• Jimmy Harrison | Head of Analysis 
• Jim Molony | Head of Performance 
• Rodolfo Broggi | Strength and Conditioning Coach 
• Lauren DeLuca | Team Registered Dietician 
• Michael Buonopane | Head Athletic Trainer 
• Michael Sheridan | Athletic Trainer 
• Willie Berlanga | Massage Therapist 
• Dr. Matthew Schmitz | Team Doctor 
• Dr. Corey Wells | Team Doctor 
• Alana Gattinger | Head of High Performance Operations
• Nick Colling | Team Manager