In the opening round of the 2025 Autumn Nations Series, Scotland demolished the USA Rugby 85–0 at Murrayfield Stadium in Edinburgh — their largest-ever win margin in international play.
The world No. 8 Scots dominated from the opening whistle, scoring three tries in five minutes. By halftime, the score sat at 45-0. The game seemed already won.
The USA certainly turned up the heat and momentarily slowed their momentum in the second half. However, the Scots found six more tries, scoring 13 total while the No. 15 Eagles failed to register a single point.
Darcy Graham recorded a hat trick, captain Stafford McDowall added a commanding try and Jamie Dobie, named player of the match, led a swift, fluid Scottish attack that exposed the U.S. defense all game.
The Eagles missed 40 tackles and struggled to maintain possession, unable to counter Scotland’s precision and pace. Many Scottish tries were scored off quick passing sequences to culminate in a run up the wing for a try. The USA weren’t able to seal off the area in time.
The result cements Scotland’s dominance in the matchup following a 42–7 win last year, though the USA’s 30–29 upset in 2018 remains a historic outlier.
For Scotland, this emphatic victory marks a dream start to their Autumn Nations campaign; for the USA, a humbling benchmark against top-tier competition.
Scotland vs USA Rugby Final Score: 85-0
- Score: Scotland 85 – 0 USA
- Tries: Scotland 13 – 0 USA
- Conversions: Scotland 10 – 0 USA
- Possession (%): Scotland 58 – 42 USA
- Carries: Scotland 142 – 62 USA
- Meters Made: Scotland 1,222 – 288 USA
- Line Breaks: Scotland 21 – 1 USA
- Tackles Made: Scotland 82 – 137 USA
- Missed Tackles: Scotland 5 – 40 USA
One Last Try Before Time Runs Out – 80′
Scotland 85 – 0 USA
The Scots find a whole in the Eagles’ defense. Ollie Smith scores Scotland’s thirteenth and final try of the game as the clock runs out.
With the strong start in the first half, Scotland was able to keep up the effort and not concede any points. It was a strong start to their Autumn Nations play and a tough loss for the USA.
Jamie Dobie Runs Down the Wing for Try – 77′
Scotland 78 – 0 USA
Jamie Dobie, deemed the Quilter player of the match, is soon becoming a sensation. A series of passes concludes with Dobie, who runs right down the wing to cross the try line.
The Eagles have missed 37 tackles this evening for a 78% completion percentage. The team is clearly spent. Many of Scotland’s tries have come from runs straight down the wing. The USA hasn’t been able to seal off the area.
Another Try for Scotland – 73′
Scotland 71 – 0 USA
George Horne finds a try and he also makes the conversion.
The USA began to slow Scotland down, but the Scots have found their groove again.
Tenth Scottish Try, Captain McDowall Scores – 70′
Scotland 64 – 0 USA
Captain Stafford McDowall scores a try for Scotland. McDowall is known as a consistent player and strong leader. His try makes for the tenth of the game.
Kyle Rowe Scores for Scotland – 56′
Scotland 57 – 0 USA
The USA shows some defensive prowess, slowing down Scotland’s momentum. However, Rowe breaks through for a try. George Horne finds the conversion.
Darcy Graham Hat Trick – 44′
Scotland 50 – 0 USA
First try of the second half by Darcy Graham of a clean passing series.
Graham takes the ball straight down the right wing of the field to put Scotland at eight tries.
Game Stats at Halftime
- Tries: Scotland 7 – 0 USA
- Carries: Scotland 62 – 29 USA
- Scrum Win %: Scotland 100 – 0 USA
- Passes: Scotland 82 – 42 USA
- Tackles: Scotland 41 – 71 USA
- Tackle Completion %: Scotland 98 – 80 USA
Halftime Whistle Sounds: Score 45-0
Scotland 45 – 0 USA
From minute one, Scotland has dominated the game. After finding their first try in the 5th minutes, the Scots haven’t stopped scoring.
The USA is having trouble making good defensive decisions and gaining any rhythm on offense. The Eagles just look to get more touches and get comfortable in possession. They likely have no illusions of winning but can still make use of the test.
Darcy Graham Finished Try – 35′
Scotland 45 – 0 USA
Passes down the field make their way to Kyle Rowe, who misses the catch but deflects the ball towards Graham. Graham scoops up the ball and slides over the try line.
Hastings’ conversion kick doesn’t quite make it through the posts.
Try Six for Scotland – 27′
Scotland 40 – 0 USA
Sixth Scottish try by Dobie, and Hastings adds the conversion.
As soon as Scotland gets into the outside channel, it seems a try is forthcoming. The USA hasn’t cracked how to defend the Scots. The Eagles have hardly held possession.
Scottish Try by van der Merwe – 23′
Scotland 33 – 0 USA
van der Merwe makes Scotland’s fifth try. Hastings narrowly misses the conversion, which swings too far left.
The USA is having trouble making good reads at the line, springing all kinds of defensive leaks. Scotland’s wingers are linking up to get as many touches as possible. At that point its a numbers game, more hands on ball more scoring opportunities.
Fourth Try for the Scottish Hosts – 19′
Scotland 28 – 0 USA
A beautiful link play between Graham and Jamie Dobie, who catches the assist to bring the ball down the middle right over the try line. Dobie knew exactly where he and his teammates were on the field, and use the spacial awareness to be in the right place at the right time.
Hastings makes the conversion attempt.
3 Tries in 5 Minutes for Scotland – 9′
Scotland 21 – 0 USA
Graham adds the try this time. Scotland is on a roll as they find their third try of the game before the first ten minute mark. Hastings adds the conversion.
If these first few minutes are any indication of the rest of the game, the USA will be looking to just put as many points on the board as possible. The Eagles just look for reps and solid defense.
Scotland Adds Second Try Just Minute Later – 6′
Scotland 14 – 0 USA
Scotland adds another try just a minute later. Duhan van der Merwe adds the points and Darcy Graham adds the conversion.
Scotland Finds First Try – 5′
Scotland 7 – 0 USA
Scotland puts the first points on the board as Dylan Richardson muscles over the try line. The Scots’ clear strategy out the gate is to just keep attacking until they wear down the defense
Adam Hastings makes the conversion.
Scotland Misses Early Opportunity – 2′
Scotland 0 – 0 USA
The match is already off to a fiery start.
Scotland finds an early opportunity to run the ball, but they narrowly miss the chance to bring it all the way over the try line. The USA plays solid defense to block the early challenge.
Starting Pistol Fires, Action Kicks Off
The starting pistol fires and the action starts at Murrayfield Stadium.
When Does Scotland vs. USA Rugby Match Kick Off 2025, Where to Watch
The USA Rugby vs Scotland match kicks off Nov. 1 at 1:40 p.m. ET / 5:40 p.m. GMT, streaming on Peacock.
Scotland vs USA Rugby: Last Match Stats
Games stats from USA v Scotland on July 12, 2024 at Audi Field
- Score: Scotland 42 – 7 USA
- Tries: Scotland 6 – 1 USA
- Passes: Scotland 154 – 73 USA
- Carries: Scotland 120 – 70 USA
- Tackles: Scotland 108 – 141 USA
- Possession: Scotland 63% – 37% USA
Murrayfield Stadium Awaits The Action
Applying the finishing touches 🖌#AsOne pic.twitter.com/3Tvt9oPkCV
— Scottish Rugby (@Scotlandteam) October 31, 2025
Scotland Rugby, USA Rugby Team Form: Last 5
Scotland Rugby 2 -3
- New Zealand: W 29 – 26
- France: L 16 – 35
- Wales: W 35 – 29
- England: L 15 – 16
- Ireland: L 18 – 32
USA Rugby 2 – 3
- Samoa: W 29 – 13
- Japan: L 21 – 47
- Canada: L 20 – 34
- England: L 5 – 40
- Belgium: W 36 – 17
Scotland In The House
Team Run complete ✅
All focus on tomorrow 💪#AsOne pic.twitter.com/V54CUSMSud
— Scottish Rugby (@Scotlandteam) October 31, 2025
Scotland vs USA Rugby: Previous Results
- July 12, 2024: Scotland 42 – 7 USA
- June 16, 2018: Scotland 29 – 30 USA
USA Rugby Is Ready For A Fight
𝑨𝒕𝒕𝒊𝒕𝒖𝒅𝒆 & 𝑽𝒊𝒔𝒖𝒂𝒍𝒊𝒛𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏
🆚 Scotland vs USA
🗓️ Nov 1, 1:40pm ET
📺 @peacock pic.twitter.com/RNo44n7m3O— USA Rugby (@USARugby) November 1, 2025
Scotland Rugby Lineup
- Rory Sutherland
- Patrick Harrison
- D’Arcy Rae
- Scott Cummings
- Marshall Sykes
- Liam McConnell
- Dylan Richardson
- Jack Dempsey
- Jamie Dobie
- Adam Hastings
- Duhan van der Merwe
- Stafford McDowall
- Ollie Smith
- Darcy Graham
- Kyle Rowe
Substitutes: 16. Harri Morris 17. Nathan McBeth 18. Murphy Walker 19. Alex Samuel 20. Max Williamson 21. Magnus Bradbury 22. George Horne 23. Ross Thompson
USA Rugby Lineup
- Ezekiel Lindenmuth
- Kaleb Geiger
- Pono Davis
- Marno Redelinghuys
- Jason Damm
- Vili Helu
- Cory Daniel
- Paddy Ryan
- Ruben de Haas
- Chris Hilsenbeck
- Toby Fricker
- Tommaso Boni
- Dominic Besag
- Mitch Wilson
- Erich Storti
Substitutes: 16. Sean McNulty 17. Payton Telea-Ilalio 18. Maliu Niuafe 19. Tevita Naqali 20. Makeen Alikhan 21. Ethan McVeigh 22. Tavite Lopeti 23. Luke Carty
Scotland Rugby Fixtures 2025
- Nov. 1, 1:40 PM ET – vs. USA
- Nov. 8, 10:10 AM ET – vs. New Zealand
- Nov. 16, 10:10 AM ET – vs. Argentina
- Nov. 23, 8:40 AM ET – vs. Tonga
USA Rugby Fixtures 2025
- Nov. 1, 1:40 PM ET – vs. Scotland
- Nov. 8, 7:00 AM ET – vs. Georgia
- Nov. 15, 10:00 AM ET – vs. Romania
How To Watch Autumn Nations Series 2025
The 2025 Autumn Nations will be broadcast on different networks all over the world. If you live in the USA, you can watch the games on Peacock.
- UK: TNT Sports
- USA: Peacock
- Ireland: TNT Sports (Autumn Nations Games) / Virgin Media (Ireland Games)
- Wales: S4C
- South Africa: SuperSport
- Australia: Stan Sport
- New Zealand: Sky Sport NZ
How To Watch Scotland vs. USA Rugby 2025 in the US | Autumn Nations Series Round 1
The USA Rugby vs Scotland match streams live Nov. 1 at 1:40 p.m. ET on Peacock.
USA vs. Scotland Rugby Happened In 2024
The USA also faced Scotland in Washington on July 24. Watch that match below.
Saturday, Nov. 1
- 11:10 a.m. ET – England vs. Australia – Allianz Stadium (Autumn Nations)
- 12:10 p.m. ET – South Africa vs. Japan – Wembley Stadium (Autumn International)
- 1:40 p.m. ET – Scotland vs. USA – Scottish Gas Murrayfield (Autumn Nations)
- 4:10 p.m. ET – Ireland vs. New Zealand – Soldier Field (Autumn International)
Saturday, Nov. 8
- 7:00 a.m. ET – Georgia vs. USA – Adjarabet Arena (Autumn International)
- 7:40 a.m. ET – Ireland vs. Japan – Aviva Stadium (Autumn Nations)
- 10:10 a.m. ET – Scotland vs. New Zealand – Scottish Gas Murrayfield (Autumn Nations)
- 12:40 p.m. ET – Italy vs. Australia – Bluenergy Stadium (Autumn Nations)
- 12:40 p.m. ET – England vs. Fiji – Allianz Stadium (Autumn Nations)
- 3:10 p.m. ET – France vs. South Africa – Stade de France (Autumn Nations)
- 10:00 a.m. ET – Colombia vs. Mexico – Estadio Cincuentenario (Autumn International)
- 10:00 a.m. ET – Romania vs. Canada – Stadionul Național Arcul de Triumf (Autumn International)
- 10:00 a.m. ET – Portugal vs. Uruguay – Estádio Nacional do Jamor (Autumn International)
Sunday, Nov. 9
- 10:10 a.m. ET – Wales vs Argentina – Principality Stadium (Autumn Nations)
Saturday, Nov. 15
- 7:00 a.m. ET – Georgia vs. Canada – Adjarabet Arena (Autumn International)
- 7:40 a.m. ET – Italy vs. South Africa – Allianz Stadium (Autumn Nations)
- 10:00 a.m. ET – Romania vs. USA – Stadionul Național Arcul de Triumf (Autumn International)
- 10:10 a.m. ET – England vs. New Zealand – Allianz Stadium (Autumn Nations)
- 12:40 p.m. ET – Wales vs. Japan – Principality Stadium (Autumn Nations)
- 3:10 p.m. ET – France vs. Fiji – Stade Matmut-Atlantique (Autumn Nations)
- 3:10 p.m. ET – Ireland vs. Australia – Aviva Stadium (Autumn Nations)
- 10:00 a.m. ET – Portugal vs. Hong Kong China – Estádio Nacional do Jamor (Autumn International)
Sunday, Nov. 16
- 10:10 a.m. ET – Scotland vs. Argentina – Scottish Gas Murrayfield (Autumn Nations)
Saturday, Nov. 22
- 7:00 a.m. ET – Georgia vs. Japan – Mikheil Meskhi Stadium (Autumn International)
- 10:10 a.m. ET – Wales vs. New Zealand – Principality Stadium (Autumn Nations)
- 11:00 a.m. ET – Spain vs. Fiji – Estadio Ciudad de Málaga (Autumn International)
- 12:40 p.m. ET – Ireland vs. South Africa – Aviva Stadium (Autumn Nations)
- 3:10 p.m. ET – Italy vs. Chile – Stadio Luigi Ferraris (Autumn Nations)
- 3:10 p.m. ET – France vs. Australia – Stade de France (Autumn Nations)
- 10:00 a.m. ET – Romania vs. Uruguay – Stadionul Național Arcul de Triumf (Autumn International)
- 11:00 a.m. ET – Portugal vs. Canada – Estádio Municipal Cidade de Coimbra (Autumn International)
Sunday, Nov. 23
- 8:40 a.m. ET – Scotland vs. Tonga – Scottish Gas Murrayfield (Autumn Nations)
- 11:10 a.m. ET – England vs. Argentina – Allianz Stadium (Autumn Nations)
Saturday, Nov. 29
- 10:10 a.m. ET – Wales vs. South Africa – Principality Stadium (Autumn Nations)
Scotland vs. USA Rugby TV Channel
The Scotland vs. USA Rugby international test match will be broadcast across multiple networks worldwide. Fans can stream or watch live coverage through the following channels:
- UK: TNT Sports
- USA: Peacock
- Ireland: TNT Sports (Autumn Nations Games) / Virgin Media (Ireland Games)
- Wales: S4C
- South Africa: SuperSport
- Australia: Stan Sport
- New Zealand: Sky Sport NZ
European Union Rugby Lives On FloSports And FloRugby
Rugby fans can stream every match from the Top 14, Gallagher Premiership and United Rugby Championship on FloRugby, along with the Investec Champions Cup and EPCR Challenge Cup, making the platform the U.S. home for the world’s biggest club competitions and the game’s top players.
How To Watch Rugby Matches In The United States On FloRugby
Professional club rugby in Europe all streams on FloRugby and the FloSports app in the United States. FloRugby and FloSports also are the U.S. home to:
FloRugby also is home to match archives and match replays.
