8 phases before Japan get a penalty for offsides.

Japan playing the ball

Lineout to Japan in US half.

Japan kick off and the US boot the ball out from inside their 22.

Both teams are coming onto the field.

Japan last won the Pacific Nations Cup in 2011 and 2014

USA take on Japan today in this Pacific Nations Cup match where the winner takes the tournament. USA is at the top of Pool A with 9 points and Japan topped Pool B with 10 points. Both teams have the potential to take it and both teams are hungry for the win. This should be a good match. My name is Ted Barber and I will be giving you live updates.