The WXV Global Series and the WXV Global Challenger Series kick off this Saturday, and 18 teams will step onto the stage in what promises to be two intense and action-packed competitions.
As the competition draws near, nations, players, and fans are ramping up the excitement, sharing special social media posts that showcase the passion and energy surrounding the tournament.
'Red Roses are sharpening their thorns'
The World Cup champions are ready for the WXV Global Series fireworks to go live, as they have been working to their maximum to deliver another set of great results for their fans. With the Wallaroos on their way to Manchester, the home side are locked and loaded to deploy that tackling and defensive brilliance that has propelled them to the top of the game.
All eyes are on CorpAcq Stadium to watch the Red Roses face the Wallaroos in the opening game of the WXV Global Series.
'Hong Kong China can't wait to host the WXV Global Challenger Series'
Hong Kong China are set and ready to host the WXV Global Challenger Series 2026, with all six competitors already on the ground and eager for the competition to kick off. But the WXV isn't only about competition, winning games, scoring tries and fighting for the top. It is also an opportunity for teams to join a combined effort to grow the game.
Samoa and Hong Kong China shared the training ground this week ahead of the competition's start, with fans flocking in to meet their heroes.
'Les Bleues show the way to Lyon'
France will welcome New Zealand to Lyon's Matmut Stadium de Gerland on Saturday, and Les Bleues tried to guess the distance between this weekend's venue and the Centre National de Rugby. With fans already vibing over the upcoming start of the WXV Global Series, France and the Black Ferns will undoubtedly put on a spectacular show for all to enjoy.
'Las Leonas and three weeks of the best rugby on the planet'
The Spanish rugby community is seated and ready to enjoy the WXV Global Challenger Series, a tournament they enjoyed in 2024 when they came out on top of the WXV3. With the newly revamped format, Las Leonas fans will be eager to follow every second of the action, and even the old rugby ball won't want to miss it.
'When the Wallaroos met the Matildas'
Australia's Wallaroos have already touched base and are patiently waiting for Saturday, when they face world champions England at CorpAcq Stadium. However, before the WXV Global Series kicked off, Bridie O'Gorman, Pesi Palu, Eva Karpani and Britt Merlo met Manchester City and Matildas' star Mary Fowler to exchange shirts.
Ballon D'Or nominee Kerstin Casparij was also keen to meet the Wallaroos superstars, in a display of sporting fair play and passion.
