Canada looks to build on its first win under new coach Steve Meehan and possibly book its ticket to the 2027 Rugby World Cup when it takes on No. 13 Japan on Saturday in Pacific Nations Cup play.

The six-team tournament doubles as a qualifier for the 2027 World Cup in Australia.

Having beaten the U.S. 34-20 in the tournament opener last Friday in Calgary, the Canadian men just need a bonus point Saturday — by scoring at least four tries regardless of the outcome or by losing by seven point or less — to secure World Cup qualification.

A win or draw would also do nicely.

The Canadians climbed one spot in the world rankings to No. 24 after defeating the Americans, who fell two places to No. 18. The win snapped a seven-game Canada losing streak.

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