Kraziekatz1 Posted September 19, 2015 Posted September 19, 2015 My son plays for Reading Rhino's (U6's) over at Holme Park and they've drawn Japan as their team to support in the World Cup, I'll be supporting them also if England bail early! Quote
valy Posted September 19, 2015 Posted September 19, 2015 fabulous game by Japan...kept fighting back till the end when it paid off....massive win for them Quote
Mike k-g Posted September 19, 2015 Posted September 19, 2015 love the japan game brilliant to the end, mike k-g Quote
JetSet Posted September 19, 2015 Posted September 19, 2015 I'm surprised there isn't a thread already considering it starts in about 6 hours! Very quiet this time around. I live pretty much on the England - Wales border and usually there's lots of flags on display when a major tournament is underway. So far I haven't seen a single flag. In fact you're far more likely to see a Wales flag when England are involved and they aren't . Pete Quote
grahamc Posted September 19, 2015 Posted September 19, 2015 I hope England reach the final, don't care who against Last nights game does not inspire confidence in the England squad, for 70 minutes they were rubbish, couldnt event start the 2nd half strong and got lucky on some of the calls (IE. disallowed try, very very close to being missed). I don't think that's quit fair, Fiji are no pushover and to get the five tries against them was a good opening result, England were strong when it got wobbly in spots, but first night nerves played their part. Don't forget, Fiji are ranked 9th in the world rankings and the vast majority are playing high end pro rugby. Brown, who annoys me in the extreme, was outstanding, if he remains injury free, he'll score against anyone. No, Fiji are not push overs, but England lacked alot in the game and got very lucky that Fiji fatigued like they did at the end, which made the scoreline VERY flattering IMO. Brown annoys me as well but he is one hell of a player and was the only one who really pitched up. 11 turnovers is not World Cup winning form and I think WALES will give England a real run for our money, the Oz game will be even tougher. Sent from my Zed using Nangkang tyres front, RE040's rear Saying that, SA just did that and more against Japan. Japan are scaring the bejesus out of me Agile, strong, clever, brave, decisive, what a game! Japan, I salute you! I was at this game.... what support for Japan in the stands.... Im completely shocked that SA lost that, but they kept letting Japan back into the game, giving them easy penalties and turnovers. Off to Wales tomorrow, for there game. Ireland were looking awesome today!! Good in all aspects of the game........... they will me the team from Europe to watch Quote
Jetpilot Posted September 20, 2015 Posted September 20, 2015 I am not an avid fan, but caught the end of that game, how easy would it have been for Japan to take a penalty for an easy and still impressive tie, brave doesnt do it justice, I heard one of the commentators say it was like they were playing for their lives and it seemed like it. Quote
garygranite Posted September 20, 2015 Posted September 20, 2015 makes you proud to have a Japanese car Quote
Bockaaarck Posted September 20, 2015 Posted September 20, 2015 We were at the Ireland v Canada in Cardiff, great atmosphere and a terrific result. Canada deserved a bit more to be fair, but a top result for the boys in green. Off to watch the Argentina v New Zealand match now. Just waiting for the train to arrive, then off we go. Looking forward to a great match 2 Quote
grahamc Posted September 21, 2015 Posted September 21, 2015 I was in Cardiff for Wales V Uraguay.... and the atmosphere was brilliant!!! 71k people in the stadium Quote
zebedy Posted September 21, 2015 Posted September 21, 2015 I have nothing at all against the English except when us Welsh are playing England. But to hear the English fans singing over the Fijian's Hakka was disrespectfull to say the least. There would have been a alot of first timers there ~(both english and Fijians whom had wanted to watch and hear the hakka in its full glory and not that chariots up ya arse song.!!! So unsports like. Quote
grahamc Posted September 21, 2015 Posted September 21, 2015 Same as when fans boo the away kicker really dont like it Quote
Commander Posted September 21, 2015 Posted September 21, 2015 I have nothing at all against the English except when us Welsh are playing England. But to hear the English fans singing over the Fijian's Hakka was disrespectfull to say the least. There would have been a alot of first timers there ~(both english and Fijians whom had wanted to watch and hear the hakka in its full glory and not that chariots up ya arse song.!!! So unsports like. Couldn't disagree more. The Hakka is designed to intimidate the opposition - who wants to stand around being intimidated? Best thing any team can do is turn their backs to it (I think England did that once actually, and copped a lot of flack for it?). If you do have to stand around while they do their willy waggling, you might as well have the fans cheering you on with your own songs... Quote
Ekona Posted September 21, 2015 Posted September 21, 2015 Is it really intimidating though, or is it now just one more ritual that you have to stand around and watch whilst being bored? Ban it all, get the game on with instead. Pointless tradition that has no place in modern top class sport. Quote
ilogikal1 Posted September 21, 2015 Posted September 21, 2015 Pointless tradition that has no place in modern top class sport. Or in rugby either. 2 Quote
grahamc Posted September 21, 2015 Posted September 21, 2015 This is how you "respond" to the haka...... just make sure you have the game to back it up! 1 Quote
Jetpilot Posted September 21, 2015 Posted September 21, 2015 (edited) A mate of mine did this as his party peace, he also did a made up scouse version, which was better Feelings on the haka though from the rugby fans, is it right they should be allowed to do this? Edited September 21, 2015 by Jetpilot Quote
Mrs Buster Posted September 22, 2015 Posted September 22, 2015 (edited) Want Wales to win Think Australia will Disappointed with the All Blacks Japan were awesome - kinda hoping it was a one trick pony especially when they play Wales England have a chance but I wouldn't bet on it Edited September 22, 2015 by Mrs Buster Quote
HaydnH Posted September 23, 2015 Author Posted September 23, 2015 So who's supporting Japan today? If they were playing Wales I'd obviously want Wales to win, but I still think I'd have a soft spot for them. Quote
grahamc Posted September 23, 2015 Posted September 23, 2015 I hated seeing SA lose to Japan, but I did want Japan to do well today..... Quote
Adrian@TORQEN Posted September 23, 2015 Posted September 23, 2015 Leaving soon to the Olympic stadium in Stratford for Romania vs France. Quote
The G Man Posted September 23, 2015 Posted September 23, 2015 (edited) I hated seeing SA lose to Japan, but I did want Japan to do well today..... Scotland gave Japan a hiding today, various reasons for this, fatigue etc, however, that was a clinical display. I just can't believe we got a bonus point Bring on the Box! Mon the Aussies , n c'mon the Froggies Edited September 23, 2015 by The G Man 1 Quote
The G Man Posted September 23, 2015 Posted September 23, 2015 Damn, I wish I was a betting man, there was a treble certainty today Quote
HaydnH Posted September 25, 2015 Author Posted September 25, 2015 I'm really excited/nervous about tomorrow already!! Bring it on!!! 1 Quote
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