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Post by Deleted on Sept 17, 2019 15:57:31 GMT
Well, it all fires up this weekend. I reckon this is the most open one ever. NZ are not the unbeatable team of yesteryear. Australia and South Africa have shown real improvement over the last year. You cannot rule out England, as long as they don't have their usual brainfart in a knockout game. Ireland peaked one year too early. Wales and France just don't have any strength in depth and this will hold them back. Argentina will be Argentina. Tough to beat but once again lacking strength in depth. It might be interesting to see Russia in action as I'd imagine they'll have some real meaty blokes playing.....well, until they get banned for taking drugs.
Looking forward to it.
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Post by Qatar Gas on Sept 18, 2019 4:40:13 GMT
It will be very open yes. I think NZ will be favourites but anyone from them, Australia, S.Africa, England and Wales could win it.
I agree that Ireland look to have peaked too soon but you can never rule them out.
Wales may not have the depth but they have done very well in the past with some of their best players missing. Their problem is they haven't beaten the southern hemisphere teams enough. I think I would rather play Australia than Wales in a knock out match though.
It also depends what type of England show up. The one that beat Ireland in the six nations this year of the one that lost to Wales?
England also have a few irreplaceable players so will need to hope not too many players pick up injuries.
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Post by Russgas on Sept 19, 2019 18:30:30 GMT
The southern hemisphere teams are just far too strong imo and will be ready for this,especially New Zealand who's pool match with South Africa is crucial, as the winner will have an easier route through to the knock out stages.
England or wales have the best chance of getting to the semi's i think but it's all about handling the pressure in the big games.
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Post by Deleted on Sept 19, 2019 18:54:13 GMT
The southern hemisphere teams are just far too strong imo and will be ready for this,especially New Zealand who's pool match with South Africa is crucial, as the winner will have an easier route through to the knock out stages. England or wales have the best chance of getting to the semi's i think but it's all about handling the pressure in the big games. You are right about handling the pressure, and I think this is where England will come undone. When things are going to plan, England can be fantastic. However it has been obvious for a long time that when the plan isn't working, England don't seem to have the nous to change it on the pitch. I don't know if this because of a lack of leadership on the pitch, or a failure with the coaches, but England do have problems adapting. |
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Post by Gasshole on Sept 20, 2019 10:01:06 GMT
I see tomorrow’s game between the All Blacks and SA as a dress rehearsal for the final. It’s usually a formality for all the big guns to make it to the quarters, then only 2 good games and your at the big dance. So it’s possible for a Northern Hemisphere team to take it out.
England or the AB’s and I’m grinning.
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Post by stuart1974 on Sept 20, 2019 11:41:23 GMT
I've got South Africa in the sweepstake at work. Happy with that but of course will cheer on England should they ever meet.
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Post by Deleted on Oct 11, 2019 13:15:17 GMT
Well, the rugger so far has been a bit boring. Georgia did well today against Australia but they need more games against top-flight teams to develop further. Is it time for a relegation spot in the Six Nations, because let's be honest, Italy are just cannon fodder. Is it time to promote countries like Georgia or Russia to give them more experience against the top teams?
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Post by Deleted on Oct 11, 2019 13:54:31 GMT
Well, the rugger so far has been a bit boring. Georgia did well today against Australia but they need more games against top-flight teams to develop further. Is it time for a relegation spot in the Six Nations, because let's be honest, Italy are just cannon fodder. Is it time to promote countries like Georgia or Russia to give them more experience against the top teams? Don’t say that. The Jocks are in a flap already about possibly leaving the World Cup early. This would the final straw. Jimmy Krankie will have something to say about it I’m sure. |
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Post by stevethepirate on Oct 12, 2019 12:34:09 GMT
Am I the only one who couldn't give a rat's ass about this competition?
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Post by Deleted on Oct 12, 2019 17:47:00 GMT
Am I the only one who couldn't give a rat's ass about this competition? You’re probably the only one who doesn’t give a rats ass that has bothered to open a thread titled “Rugby World Cup” and take the time to add a comment !!!! |
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Post by Wimborne Gas on Oct 13, 2019 11:58:39 GMT
Japan currently smashing Scotland with some great rugby. Really entertaining game if you're not Scottish!
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Post by Deleted on Oct 13, 2019 17:05:01 GMT
Japan currently smashing Scotland with some great rugby. Really entertaining game if you're not Scottish! Hilarious seeing the Jocks get knocked out. A bit of poetic justice after the threats to take legal action which would have cast a shadow over the tournament. The tournament is far better having Japan still in it. Could you imagine the abuse the “arrogant English” would have received from the other home nations if we’d try to use lawyers rather than tries to get through to the next stage? |
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Post by Gas Go Marching In on Oct 13, 2019 17:23:56 GMT
Japan currently smashing Scotland with some great rugby. Really entertaining game if you're not Scottish! Hilarious seeing the Jocks get knocked out. A bit of poetic justice after the threats to take legal action which would have cast a shadow over the tournament. The tournament is far better having Japan still in it. Could you imagine the abuse the “arrogant English” would have received from the other home nations if we’d try to use lawyers rather than tries to get through to the next stage? I feel sorry for Scotland to be honest. They're sh** at football and rugby. |
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Post by William Wilson on Oct 14, 2019 10:04:43 GMT
Hilarious seeing the Jocks get knocked out. A bit of poetic justice after the threats to take legal action which would have cast a shadow over the tournament. The tournament is far better having Japan still in it. Could you imagine the abuse the “arrogant English” would have received from the other home nations if we’d try to use lawyers rather than tries to get through to the next stage? I feel sorry for Scotland to be honest. They're sh** at football and rugby. We`re not that good. I agree with everything that Eric said above. Sturgeon is helping to turn Scotland into a nasty little, self important country. |
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Post by craggo on Oct 17, 2019 21:22:18 GMT
Whoever wins in the quarter final match, New Zealand v Ireland will go all the way.
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Post by Thatslife on Oct 19, 2019 9:24:50 GMT
What a performance from England.we shouldn't fear anyone now. Would sooner play Ireland but bring it on
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Post by Deleted on Oct 19, 2019 9:58:44 GMT
That was what you call a right stuffing. England bossed them.
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Post by Russgas on Oct 19, 2019 12:05:01 GMT
That was what you call a right stuffing. England bossed them. Great win for England , but going to be a completely different game next week. The All Blacks did not really need to get out of second gear to completely demolish Ireland. |
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Post by craggo on Oct 19, 2019 20:59:47 GMT
As good as England were, They still have no chance next week. The Country will end up supporting Japan. Well if they win tomorrow that is. Which i think they will. Their support will get them through.
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Post by Gasshole on Oct 19, 2019 21:25:33 GMT
Sayonara Japan, can’t see them getting past the Boks.
I’ve enjoyed watching their games though.
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