Wales suffers narrow WXV loss to USA despite positive signs from Lynn

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Last updated Sep 26, 2026

Wales suffers narrow WXV loss to USA despite positive signs from Lynn
Summary

Wales head coach Sean Lynn cited progress despite a narrow 26-24 loss to USA in the WXV series at Cardiff Arms Park. After recovering from a 14-point deficit, Wales struggled with individual errors in the second half that allowed the Eagles to secure the victory. Lynn noted commendable effort from his team but emphasized the need to learn from their mistakes. Co-captain Kate Williams expressed the team's frustration, feeling they lost rather than USA winning decisively. Wales will take a week off before preparing for two Tests against Japan next month.

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By the Numbers
  • •Wales trailed 21-7 before fighting back in the first half.
  • •USA's win marked their second victory over Wales in six meetings.
  • •Wales will face Japan in two Tests on October 24 and 31.
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  • 6:38 PMYahoo Sports — Lynn remaining positive despite Wales' USA setback
  • 6:34 PMBBC Sport — Lynn remaining positive despite Wales' USA setback
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Head coach Sean Lynn is still seeing the positives despite Wales' narrow WXV defeat to USA.

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Head coach Sean Lynn is still seeing the positives despite Wales' narrow WXV defeat to USA.

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