In Review – All The Weekend’s Action
A brief review of all 10 matches from the weekend, complete with scoring and team info.
A brief review of all 10 matches from the weekend, complete with scoring and team info.
The intent of the Samoans was clear from the outset as they looked to claim their second upset victory in as many weeks.
With conditions less than optimal the game got off to a blistering with both sides looking to get stuck in early.
Briefs on all ten major internationals from the weekend.
It was a quick start from Canada as they immediately put Russia on the back foot and a nice inside ball to Taylor Paris put them in scoring position.
After facing the narrow, almost timid attack of of Russia for the best part of last week’s test, the Eagles were immediately put under pressure in the wide spaces as Tonga looked to play the game with real width.
An astonishing opening at the Millenium Stadium saw Samoa score only a minute into the match.
Brief reports and team information from all nine matches from this past weekend.
The All Blacks gave a masterclass in modern rugby at Murrayfield on Sunday afternoon. With new rules favouring, if not demanding, quick ruck play, New Zealand showed once again they are well ahead of the curve.
Wales were held tryless and convincingly outplayed by a hungry Pumas side, losing 26-12 in a dull encounter at the Millenium Stadium.