Written by Will Hooley | Photo by Fernando Soares The USA Eagles showed guts, grit and determination to beat Portugal last Saturday. Those characteristics were in abundance as the Eagles scored a 77th minute game winning try, along with some match winning defense right at the end to hold out Os Lobos, winning 21-17. USA Eagles Squad – Photo by Fernando Soares The victory against Portugal bumps the USA from 19th to 16th in World Rugby rankings. Exactly the start that head coach Scott Lawrence would have wanted from his squad for this November Tour and the exact result for USA Rugby fans to feel good about. Not only was the result a major success but also there were celebrations…
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