U.S. withdrew from the Rugby World Cup after Tuesday 's defeat to Italy . Italy , under the guidance of former South Africa coach Nick Mallett , flew out of the blocks in Nelson as Parisse scored the game 's first try after just two minutes . The USA lose 27 - 10 in their fourth and final Pool C match , having won once . Italy now need a bonus - point win over Ireland to reach the last eight . Japan and Canada share only the third victory in the World Cup 's 24-year history .
U.S. withdrew from the Rugby World Cup after Tuesday 's defeat to Italy . The USA lose 27 - 10 in their fourth and final Pool C match , having won once . Italy now need a bonus - point win over Ireland to reach the last eight . Japan and Canada share only the third victory in the World Cup 's 24-year history .