Japan beat Samoa 28-22 in their Rugby World Cup match in France on Thursday, taking an important step towards qualifying for Group D. The Japanese win also means that England, who are resting this week, have reached the quarter-finals in second place after the Welsh.
| Hori Suta trying to break through Samoa’s defense (Photo: Getty Images) |
Japan took advantage of the opportunities it had in the first half, with Peter Labuschagne and Michael Leitch scoring two goals, and the two free kicks were successfully executed, while Rikiya Matsuda also scored a penalty kick.
shine on
Michael Leitch finished off the brilliant move for Japan’s second attempt!#RWC2023 | #JPNvSAM pic.twitter.com/NHRpmhKspT
– Rugby World Cup (@rugbyworldcup) September 28, 2023
At the beginning of the first half, Samoa’s performance improved, but at the beginning of the second half, Ben Lam – after video analysis – received a red card due to his shoulder movement, with the risk of suffering a serious head injury, and the persistent leg defect. It made it very difficult to understand the intent of the translation.
Absolute power
I got Silala Lam @manusamoa Return to the game at the end of the first half#RWC2023 | #JPNvSAM pic.twitter.com/KZ7vcxFVQm
– Rugby World Cup (@rugbyworldcup) September 28, 2023
So much so that it didn’t even work. Himeno Kazuki crossed the finish line as part of a group, leading to Japan’s third goal, and although Duncan Baiawa and Christian Liliifanu’s five-point shot helped the hard-working Samoans get closer, they only got a bonus point. for narrow defeat; Makuda, who scored 13 points during the match, helped the Japanese win with the final penalty kick.
Power and precision
Kazuki Himeno finished the move that gave @JRFURugby Winning in Toulouse! #RWC2023 | #JPNvSAM pic.twitter.com/hTzP0Lc287
– Rugby World Cup (@rugbyworldcup) September 28, 2023
Japan and Argentina are likely to play each other for second place in the group on October 8. There is also a scenario that lifts Samoa into second place, but only in the currently unlikely case – and that’s just one of the conditions – if Oceania beat England, who are already certain to top the group, on October 7.
Football
World Championship, France
Group round, fourth round
Group D, Toulouse
Japan-Samoa 28-22 (17-8)
the job: 1. England 14 points (2 goals), 2. Japan 9 (3), 3. Samoa 6 (3), 4. Argentina 4 (2), 5. Chile 0 (2).
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• September 27, Wednesday
First group, Lyon
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• Friday 29 September
First group, Lyon
21.00: New Zealand vs Italy
• Saturday 30 September
Group B, Lille
21.00: Scotland-Romania
Group C, Bordeaux
17.45: Fiji – Georgia
Group D, Nantes
15.00: Argentina and Chile
• Sunday 1 October
Group 2, Marseille
21.00: South Africa-Tonga
Group C, Saint-Etienne
17.45: Australia vs Portugal
| The Rugby World Cup, which is held every four years and is now being held for the tenth time Twenty selected Participates: In the group stage (September 8 – October 8), four groups of five teams compete in league matches, The first two of each quintet Enters the straight elimination stage. The quarter-finals are on October 14-15, the semi-finals are on October 20-21, and the bronze match is on October 27. The final will be on October 28th. |
| Group mission the group: New Zealand, France, Italy, Uruguay, Namibia Group B: South Africa, Ireland, Scotland, Tonga, Romania Group C: Wales, Australia, Fiji, Georgia, Portugal Group D: England, Japan, Argentina, Samoa, Chile |
| In order to win 4 Points for a draw 2. At least four goals in one match Bonus point Worth it, too Bonus point It goes to the losing team that loses by seven points or less. |
| According to the announcement of the competition, between two matches of the national team in the World Cup At least five days must pass, So players can renew. |
| Former world champions: New Zealand (3), South Africa (3 – defending champions), Australia (2), England (1) |
| Round 1 recap is here! |
| Round 2 summary is here! |
| Round 3 results are here! |
