Week one is in the books. There were 3 competitive games. We can call this week, payback week. You see last year the USA lost to Uruguay in a tightly contested game 25-29. This year the Eagles pay back URuguay and won the game 29-23 in the states. These 2 nations seem very equal in their talent and record.
Brazil also had a pay back game against Chile. That s right Brazil lost to Chile last year in Chile, 25-22. This year the game was played in Brazil where every team have a bit of an advantage playing at home.
The last game Argentina XV beat Canada in Canada 20-6. Last year Canada lost badly 54-21 in Argentina. This is a good sign that Canada had a closer game.
So my take is -- I wish the USA had a more convincing win. I am glad the Eagles won, against a good team. However I am hoping the USA will win this tournament. With only 2 games at home, this idea seems like a long shot unless someone can beat Argentina XV. I am hoping any all all teams can beat this Argentina B team just to show the sport is growing in popularity but also in talent.
anyway....see you next week. Go Eagles
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