How GOOD is the Junkyard Dog?! - The Roar Rugby Podcast
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The USA nearly produced the upset against Italy last week and start strong favourites against rugby minnows Russia today. Join The Roar for live scores from 12 midday AEST.
Under coach John Mitchell, the USA has provided signs that they will be a team to be respected come Rugby World Cup 2019.
A tight loss to Italy last week proves that US rugby is headed in the right direction, but they need to secure a good win today against Russia in Sacramento to build further confidence.
It took a very late penalty for Italy to secure a narrow 24-20 win in San Jose last week and the US will be keen to go one better against the Russians this afternoon.
The New Zealand-born Hawkes Bay and Hurricanes flanker Tony Lamborn, making his Test debut for the US, scored a try with four minutes remaining from an AJ MacGinty break and quick Mike Te’o pass. The preceding players all impressed for the US and should be expected to perform strongly again today.
Indeed Mitchell demands more strong performances from the US. Under his guidance, the US can certainly develop the mentality required to compete against the very best nations in World Rugby.
Prediction
Having nearly defeated a Six Nations opponent, the US should go one better this week and secure a comfortable win against the Russians.
USA by 14
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