Close to achieving a historic victory, Portugal finally tied with Georgia (18-18).
The Portuguese XV came close to winning their first match in the World Cup. Facing Georgia this Saturday, Lobos The team were initially down 13 to 0, before making a stunning comeback to take the lead 13 – 18. Samuel Marquez was the scorer of two penalties and a conversion while Rafael Storti managed two checks.
In the final moments of the match, Zamtaradze came in turn to try to destroy the dream of Patrice Laguesquet’s men. Matkava, 18, could have put Georgia ahead, before ultimately failing to convert.
The Portuguese occupies last place in Group C with two points Australia October 1.
