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Was a great match, much fun was had by all.
Was a great match, much fun was had by all.
South Africa defeat the USA 43-20 Rugby
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The Eagles started well, drew first blood and went 3-0 up with a penalty, South Africa quickly responded with a try and the score was 3-5. Two quick penalties and the USA were 9-5 ahead, SA the replied with another try and went 10-9 ahead, by half time SA were leading 22-15, all of USA points had come by 4 penalty conversions and a drop goal. The USA was still in with a chance.
Final score 43-20, the only points for the USA in the second half was a late well deserved try.
The USA showed a lot of heart, and the game was really enjoyed by the 20,000 or so spectators.
It must have been strange for a USA supporter to be outnumbered by about 5:1 - there was a lot of cheering, lusty booing, and some ragging on the French ref, but all in all a great day of rugby. Both teams received a great cheer of applause from the appreciative crowd.
I can bet the Americans who attended, went away with a great feeling for international sport. Hope to get more of this in the future !
BTW, to top off a great days entertainment, we were treated to not only one, but two streakers, much fun was had by all.
see for report http://sport.iafrica.com/rugby/news/856518.htm
Final score 43-20, the only points for the USA in the second half was a late well deserved try.
The USA showed a lot of heart, and the game was really enjoyed by the 20,000 or so spectators.
It must have been strange for a USA supporter to be outnumbered by about 5:1 - there was a lot of cheering, lusty booing, and some ragging on the French ref, but all in all a great day of rugby. Both teams received a great cheer of applause from the appreciative crowd.
I can bet the Americans who attended, went away with a great feeling for international sport. Hope to get more of this in the future !
BTW, to top off a great days entertainment, we were treated to not only one, but two streakers, much fun was had by all.
see for report http://sport.iafrica.com/rugby/news/856518.htm
