There are too many games every day and too many groups and particular person gamers, to have the ability to report absolutely on every match, so we’ll suffice with temporary outcomes and overviews, of the games performed thus far. Do not forget to obtain a free fixture checklist and outcomes scoresheet on the backside of the page.
The entire event was preceded by a glitzy opening ceremony, staged within the Stade de France, in St. Denis, instantly earlier than the opening game between France and Argentina. Tons of of gymnasts, musicians and dancers appeared in an enormous present, meticulously choreographed, that went off like clockwork. The official anthems of the two competing international locations have been then aired and ultimately the match began.
Slightly disappointingly and I ought to think about embarrassingly for France, they appeared overwhelmed by the significance of the event and by no means actually acquired themselves into the game. They stuttered and began and appeared nervous and unsettled. The Argentinians, on the opposite hand, appeared cool and calm and devoted to the business at hand. By way of sheer guts and energy they took an early lead and hammered the French into submission, at each attainable alternative. They have been convincing winners and scored the one tri of the match. Though not a lot of a flowing game, this was an exciting encounter. Lots of the Argentinians truly play their membership rugby in France, so have been by no means intimidated by the French group. The ultimate end result was 17 – 12 to the Argentinians, which netted them a properly deserved win and 4 factors. The French needed to be glad with a solitary level, from dropping by lower than 12 factors.
