Big win for New Zealand over Namibia

The New Zealand team has been largely repaired after its defeat by France, which on Friday won in Toulouse over Namibia, 71-3. The All Blacks are second in Group A behind France.

Eleven tries for New Zealand

The three-time world champions logically controlled the pace and effects, made eleven attempts, and returned to victory after two successive defeats to the Springboks (35-7) in preparation for the World Cup, and at the Stade de France in the opening of the competition. (27-13).

It now occupies second place in Group A (with five points) behind France (8 points), which suffered a victory on Thursday evening over a brave Uruguay (27-12).

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“It’s good to win this evening, especially after last week’s result, even if we have to overcome the small problems we had, especially in terms of discipline.” Ardi Savea, the leader of the blacks, rejoiced. “I’m so proud of the guys” he added.

A good start to the Lions match

In complicated conditions (rain and wind), New Zealand got off to a flying start, with youngster Cam Roegaard marking his first appearance in the ceremony with two tries scored in quick succession early in the match. Their partners added four new tries before half-time, allowing them to win the attacking bonus in the 25th minute.

In the second half, Ian Foster’s men gave themselves five new tries, and Roegaard was certainly in fine form and was named man of the match, providing two assists in the process.

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This encounter is also a record 148th selection: Second row Sam Whitlock (34) equals legend Richie McCaw in number of appearances for New Zealand selection. However, the All Blacks were reduced to 14 men in the second half following a yellow card received by De Groot (72), which finally turned red after a tackle from the dugout.

Namibia is humble but fun

Namibia’s performance, which was very limited, was no better than in its previous matches against the Silver Ferns, during the 2019 World Cup finals (71-9, 11 attempts) and 2015 (58-14, 9 attempts). Brave and warmly cheered by the Toulouse crowd “Wilwichias” The Namibians, who take their nickname from a unique coastal desert plant, could have scored more points from penalties, but often preferred to approach New Zealand’s line in an attempt to score, to no avail.

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They were too strong for us. I’m still satisfied, because we were able to create some chances even if we couldn’t achieve them. We learn from these top-tier teams every time we play against them. He preferred to retain Namibia’s coach, Alistair Coetzee.

After losing to Italy in the first match of the 2023 World Cup, his team is still seeking a first World Cup victory, having now suffered 23 consecutive defeats. Namibia will meet France on September 21, before facing Uruguay in its final match in the competition (September 27). The Lions will only play again on September 29 against Italy, before facing Uruguay on October 5.