The United States Men's Eagles are set to play hosts to the Belgium Black Devils at the American Legion Memorial Stadium in Charlotte on Saturday in the opener of a three-week international series.
The only backline change from the USA’s November 2024 match against Tonga is Toby Fricker replacing the injured Connor Mooneyham on the wing. While there were minor tweaks the following week, this lineup now reflects the team’s core backline.
In the forwards, just two starters from the Spain game, Vili Helu and Cory Daniel, remain to face Belgium. Four of the eight started against Tonga. The reshuffle is due to injuries, retirements, returns from injury, and players newly eligible through residency.
Belgium poses a unique test for the USA. They’re a strong, well-organized side, with most of their players competing in the French leagues. Though they suffered losses to Chile and Brazil last year, they impressed in wins over Switzerland in the fall and the Netherlands in March, a 31-10 victory that secured their place in the Rugby World Cup Final Qualifier tournament.
That win put Belgium in contention for their first-ever World Cup appearance and is the reason they replaced the Netherlands on the USA’s July schedule.
The Sporting News looks at the key details ahead of this game, including how to watch the match and kickoff time.
USA vs. Belgium live stream, TV channel
Free-to-air channel: N/A
Live stream: Paramount+
The USA vs. Belgium match from the three-week international series can be streamed in the U.S. on Paramount+.
What time does USA vs. Belgium kick off?
The USA vs. Belgium Rugby clash takes place at the American Legion Memorial Stadium in Charlotte, United States and kicks off on Saturday, July 5 at 7:30 p.m. ET.
USA Rugby 2025 July schedule
All times ET
Saturday, July 5
- USA vs. Belgium at American Legion Memorial Stadium, Charlotte (7:30 p.m.)
Saturday, July 12
- USA vs. Spain at American Legion Memorial Stadium, Charlotte (7:30 p.m.)
Saturday, July 19
- USA vs. England at Audi Field, Washington, D.C. (5:00.m.)