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World Rugby Nations Cup 2026

July 18 @ 3:30 PM - 10:00 PM
$50.00

International men’s rugby returns to Winnipeg after 33 years this July as Rugby Canada’s Men’s 15s compete in the inaugural World Rugby Nations Cup. Princess Auto Stadium will host a thrilling double-header featuring Canada, Zimbabwe, Portugal, and Tonga as Rugby World Cup-qualified nations battle for valuable World Ranking points on the road to Rugby World Cup 2027.

Tonga vs Portugal
Saturday July 18, 2026
3:45pm CDT / 1:45pm PDT / 4:45pm ET
Princess Auto Stadium, Winnipeg

Canada’s Men’s Rugby Team vs Zimbabwe
Saturday July 18, 2026
7:00 pm CDT / 5:00pm PDT / 8:00pm ET
Princess Auto Stadium, Winnipeg

*One Tickets Gets You Access To Both Matches

Whether you’re a lifelong rugby fan or experiencing the game for the first time, this is your chance to support Team Canada and experience world-class international rugby right here in Winnipeg!

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