Springboks inflict crushing late defeat on England in Rugby World Cup semi-final

South Africa snatched victory from England in the Rugby World Cup semi-finals with a late goal to advance to the final with a 16-15 result in Saint-Denis.

Handre Pollard converted a penalty with two and a half minutes remaining, giving the Springboks the lead for the first time in a game at the Stade de France.

He converted beautifully from 49 yards, taking advantage of Ellis Genge’s penalty in ruck time to hit the post. England were the dominant team for much of the match, but were bitterly disappointed when they led for 74 minutes after the final whistle, despite previously appearing to be the underdogs. Fly-half Owen Farrell converted four penalties to give Steve Borthwick’s side a 12-6 lead at half-time.

However, manager Rassie Erasmus made significant changes at half-time and before, replacing Pollard with No. 10 Manny Ribuc, which proved to be a brilliant move.

South Africa captain Siya Kolisi said: “We tried hard but today was terrible. But that’s what makes us champions.”
“I love England. They showed what they are capable of today. They have reached the semi-finals and I would like to congratulate them on their achievements. ”

“Our discipline in the first half was terrible, but in the second half we showed what we can do, especially against the players on the bench.”

The match was a rematch of the 2019 final, which South Africa once again won by a wide margin, taking the lead 32-12. It was perhaps even more difficult to endure when they lost their lead late in the game, as evidenced by their white shirts falling to the ground on a rainy night in France.

South Africa will next face New Zealand in the final on Saturday (October 28), with both teams seeking a record fourth title.

And then the final match we have all been waiting for is here, the all black are a good challenge and the springboks are also good competitors.

 

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