Rugby World Cup Blog

England France
Final score: England 14 France 9

Johnny Wilkinson’s kicking boots ensured a place in the Final for England along with a great opportunistic try from Josh Lewsey in the opening moments. France were favorites going into this match however the bookies have been wrong many times in this years Rugby World Cup. The French managed to to into the half time break with a one point lead thanks to 2 penalties. However the second half only saw the French slot one more penalty while Johnny Wilkinson managed to get a drop goal and 2 penalties. England, who beat Australia in the quarter finals consigning them to a winter of  only cricket and horse racing success,  now have a place in the Final against the Springboks.

South Africa Argentina
Final score: South Africa 37 Argentina 13

South Africa went into the match as strong rugby bet favorites how ever with the Pumas current form it was due to be a tough match. Both teams forwards played extremely well. The Pumas looked strong in the first half however seemed a little one dimensional. The Springbok defense was solid as we have come to expect and the Pumas failed to turn their possession into points. At half time the score was 24-6 in favor of the Boks. The second half saw the Pumas attck and they were rewarded a try for their efforts, closing the gap to 11 points. That was however the last points the Pumas would put on the board as the Boks ended up with 37 points. Well Done Argentina on a wonderful Rugby World Cup Campaign! Well done Springboks for getting to the final.