Sport · Wednesday, September 23, 2026
The 2026 World Cup Schedule Will Disrupt National Championships
The tournament's organization in the United States, Canada and Mexico requires a complex restructuring of rugby national calendars.
By Editorial team
The 2026 Rugby World Cup requires a major overhaul of the international calendar. National teams will have to adapt their preparations to the dates of the world tournament. Federations face a puzzle in reconciling continental competitions and the break imposed by FIFA. This restructuring will directly affect national championships and traditional periods for international matches.