American Samoa defeats U.S. men’s flag football team at world championships

American Samoa defeated the U.S. men's flag football team 38-32 in group play at the IFAF World Championship in Germany on August 14, 2026. Former Maryland quarterback Taulia Tagovailoa led the team with 213 passing yards and five touchdowns. This loss ends the U.S. men's team's undefeated streak, which spanned 14 years, with their last defeat occurring in 2012. The U.S. had previously beaten Israel 50-38 in their opening group game. They are set to face Australia in their final group match later on the same day, with the quarterfinals scheduled for August 15.

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