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Dempsey included in Scotland squad for Nations Championship despite Japan move

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 9, 2026, 12:38 PM

Last updated Jun 9, 2026

Dempsey included in Scotland squad for Nations Championship despite Japan move

Summary

Jack Dempsey has been named in Scotland's 36-man squad for the Nations Championship, set to begin in July. Scotland head coach Gregor Townsend confirmed that Dempsey will be considered for World Cup selection next year, despite his imminent move to Japan. Dempsey, who has been influential for both Glasgow Warriors and Scotland, may miss the upcoming Six Nations but is expected to join his club around September and participate in the November internationals and the 2027 World Cup. Townsend emphasized Dempsey's role in the team's current plans.

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Key Details

•Jack Dempsey named in Scotland's squad for Nations Championship in July.
•Townsend confirms Dempsey's availability for World Cup selection despite Japan move.
•Dempsey expected to miss the Six Nations but join clubs around September.
•Scotland values Dempsey's experience and performance in recent tournaments.

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12:38 PMYahoo Sports — Dempsey in World Cup mix despite Japan move

What they're saying

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Scotland head coach Gregor Townsend says number eight Jack Dempsey will definitely be in the mix for World Cup selection next year despite his move to Japan. The 32-year-old has been named in the 36-man squad to take on Argentina, South Africa and Fiji in the Nations Championship in July. It was thought his impending move from Glasgow Warriors to Japan could rule him out of Scotland selection for the foreseeable future.
— Yahoo Sports

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