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Portugal won a historic 2026 title
Portugal defeated Georgia 19–17 in the Rugby Europe Championship final on 15 March 2026 in Spain. Rugby Europe described it as a historic title and Portugal’s first victory over Georgia since 2005. Spain defeated Romania 29–23 in the third-place match.
This completed event should now be presented as a result and format guide, not a prediction page. Rugby Europe’s competition hub includes the fixtures, scores and replay links.
How the eight-team championship worked
Eight national teams competed through a pool phase and ranking pathway. The leading sides progressed to semi-finals, followed by a final and third-place match, while the remaining teams played ranking fixtures so every position could be determined.
The competition is separate from the Six Nations. It provides a top Rugby Europe championship pathway for participating nations outside that closed annual tournament structure.
What the final showed
Georgia entered with a long record of strength in the competition, but Portugal’s defense and game management produced a two-point final win. A single result does not erase long-term rankings, yet it shows why knockout matches cannot be reduced to a pre-tournament power list.
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Where to follow Rugby Europe competitions
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Rugby guide questions
Who won the Rugby Europe Championship 2026?
Portugal won the title by beating Georgia 19–17.
When was the 2026 final?
The final was played on 15 March 2026.
How many teams competed?
Eight national teams took part in the 2026 championship.
Is the Rugby Europe Championship the Six Nations?
No. It is a separate Rugby Europe competition.