USA

A WAVE of renewed hope, optimism and almost expectation is sweeping the sport across the Pond following the success of the newly formed Major Rugby League, and also buoyed by the USA Eagles capturing a first major scalp in the shape of Scotland a year ago.
Highly respected coach Gary Gold has been busy preparing his squad to get into “ideal physical and mental shape to do themselves justice” come their opening Pool C game against England in Kobe City on September 26.
The Eagles have failed to cause much of a World Cup flap over the years with just three wins, two against J...