The global game is heating up.

On this episode of Rugby Unity, David Pembroke sits down with Japan head coach Eddie Jones as he prepares his young squad for a crucial test against Canada. With one eye on the 2027 Rugby World Cup, Eddie reveals the challenges of coaching an inexperienced team and the lessons he’s carrying into the future.

From Sendai to Suva to Eden Park, no stone is left unturned:

• Japan vs Canada – youth, depth, and Canada’s revival under Steve Meehan.
• Pacific Nations Cup – Eddie’s take on Fiji v Tonga and the impact of missing stars.
• The Rugby Championship – South Africa’s travel grind, Eden Park’s mystique, All Blacks in transition, and the Wallabies’ rise under Joe Schmidt.
• Off the field, Eddie and David tackle the big issues:
• Rugby’s shift from flair to collisions.
• The NFL effect – can rugby learn to build global superstars without losing its values?
• Why women’s rugby is leading the way in fan engagement.

Plus, your questions answered: Springbok selection headaches, Joseph Suaalii’s best position, and even the mystery of team photo line-ups.

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