Rugby union in France Six Nations games, as well as France's home internationals, such as those that are played during the latter stages of the year in November. Matches from the Top 14 are broadcast by the premium pay television channel Canal+, which also broadcasts many other rugby union competitions, including the Southern Hemisphere's Rugby Championship, between Argentina, Australia, New Zealand and South Africa. Matches from the Pro D2 are broadcast by Sport+, Eurosport and France 3 for local derbies Rugby union in France Rugby union in France is a popular team sport. Rugby union was first introduced in the early 1870s by British
Ray Nelson (rugby union) Ray Nelson (rugby union) Ray Nelson (born June 11, 1961 in Glasgow, Scotland) is a former rugby union player who played fullback for the United States national rugby union team. Nelson played in 25 test matches for the United States from 1983 to 1991, starting in 23. Nelson represented the U.S. at both the 1987 and 1991 Rugby World Cup. Nelson's 13 points and perfect 4-for-4 goalkicking in a 1987 World Cup match gave the United States its first ever World Cup win in a match against Japan. Nelson scored 28 points for the U.S. at the 1987 and 1991