Sunday 8 October
It’s over, thank you gentlemen! (24-23)
The first historic victory for the Portuguese in the competition! Lelos made us dream this evening by scoring extraordinary tries. The Fijians gave themselves a scare by keeping Australian hopes alive, but will advance to the quarter-finals against England.
Portuguese test!!!!! (24-23, 79′)
They make us dream of lilos! Another great effort from the Portuguese, this time scored by Marta! The Portuguese winger flattens after a perfect one-on-one with Kostas Sorte! I was instantly converted!
Lomani increases the gap! (23-17, 77′)
Another successful penalty kick by the Fijian scrum-half. Facing the poles at a height of 45 meters, he added three points to his team’s tally.
Fiji is back in the lead!!! (20-17, 74′)
In the middle, 20 meters from the posts, Lomani continues his kick at 100% and allows his team to take the score in their favor, taking a big breath.
Tuisova exits with support from the public
The Fijian centre, which is very popular in France, receives applause from the Toulouse crowd. He lost his seven-year-old son during the week but wanted to stay for the World Cup to help his family.
Turnaround happens, Fiji back in action (17-17, 70′)
Lomani turns around and brings his team back to Portugal.
Fijian test!!!!! (15-17, 68′)
The Fijians are reassured, the Australians are in despair! After a carried ball was stopped by the Portuguese defence, the Fijian attackers started. It is a doji bar that is flattening.
Cardoso Pinto gives up his place
The Portuguese full-back gives up his place and suffers from cramps.
The Fijians come back in the 22nd minute… and are defeated (17-10.64′)
After a Fijian penalty kick, the forwards fire a carried ball but it is blocked. The Lebos can break free.
Another penalty kick for the Portuguese
As the Fijian three quarters try to resume play and take advantage of space, the Lobos once again manage to scratch the ball.
The Lobos were great
We should invent songs to celebrate their defense. The Portuguese had just suffered an endless series of choices and retreats from the Fijians, and once again managed to fight back. till when ?
What a Portuguese defence! (17-10, 57′)
The Lelos family is heroic. They resisted the intense bombardment of their opponents, and were able to ward off the danger. It could get complicated when Bhutia returns.
It will remain yellow for Butea
The dugout did not change Mr. Pierce’s fielding decision.
The turnaround is seven points clear now (17-10, 53′)
Marquez was perfect from the start of the match, taking 3 points out of 3 and giving hope to all the Australians.
Portuguese test!!!!! Crazy match!!! (15-10, 52′)
Eddie Jones and his henchmen must be sweating like hell, and the Portuguese could qualify! After a huge carried ball, Lobos corner Francisco Fernandez collapses into the goal!
The video called for high intervention from Bhutia
He can take red head-on… Right now yellow is given, but the hider can act and turn it red.
Fijian test!!! (10-10, 48′)
What a crazy match! Bhutia scores a very important try after 80 meters for three quarters! Lomani turns, 10 all around.
Portuguese test!!! (10-3, 46′)
But what a try!!! The Portuguese can change everything in this third set! After a perfect candle kick and it is recovered by Bettencourt, Costa steps on his foot and flattens! He was instantly transformed by Marquis!
Lobos in progress!
He’s back on the same footing as he was in the first half! The Portuguese chain passes after contact and adopts the locals’ slogan “The Hand Game of Toulousain”.
here we go again !
The Fijians still advance to the quarter-finals after picking up two points thanks to the draw.
It’s the break in Toulouse! (3-0)
No tests of course, but what a thrill! The Portuguese are on equal footing with the Fijians, who do not dominate the discussions. We can’t wait to see the second half!
Portugal draw! (3-3, 38′)
No, it’s not a football score. After this testing opportunity, the Lelos team returns to the feature and identifies the poles. At the line 20 meters away, Marquez passed the penalty without a problem.
What an opportunity for Sorta!!!
But what is the merit among the lilos! In a new move down the right flank, the Portuguese winger shot low and was just a few centimeters away from scoring the first try of the match!
The score does not reflect the result of the match (3-0, 35′)
Granted, we haven’t seen any attempts yet in this match, but how quickly! Both teams draw inspiration from the city in which they play, Toulouse, and constantly lift it in the hand. How cute!
What a relaunch from Cardoso!
The Portuguese full-back sets Fiji’s defense on fire! He recovers the ball on the 22nd and accelerates down the right flank! Gains 50 meters and continues but the defense comes back in time.
Lelos win the brawl! (3-0, 30′)
Great effort from the Portuguese strikers! It is the right column of Taji that collapses, Lelos chooses the penalty kick.
What a breakthrough from Al Habusi!!!
Lightning counter for the Fijian winger! After a 50-22 attempt from Marquez, Al Habousi recovers and fires the counter. He eliminates four defenders and gains 60 meters! Unfortunately, the support is slow to arrive, causing scratches on the ball.
Makala wastes a test opportunity! (3-0, 26′)
Oh oh oh, wrong from the Fijian back! While he was 3-for-2 to play on the right side, he decided to play on his own in the second half and lost his support. The Portuguese defense seizes the opportunity to scratch the ball!
The Portuguese scrum has been penalized
While the Lilos benefited from clashes in midfield, the Fiji attackers made the effort and were awarded the penalty. Penaltouch comes on 22 Portuguese.
Fiji attack ends in contact (3-0, 22′)
While the three Fijian quarters finally move forward and chain passes, the last one is too long and ends in contact.
Fijians under pressure!
While the Islanders were in the Portuguese 22, Marquez managed to kick the ball and gain 70 metres. He continues his kick and puts the article under pressure.
Rugby ping pong game
A long exchange of kicks between the two teams. Finally, the Fijian line appears to be disorganized and three-quarters of the Portuguese raise their hands.
The match is hot! (3-0, 14′)
After a Portuguese counter-attack, the Lelos find themselves in the opposition’s 22 and hit the ball to the other side. Finally, Fijian Lomani inherits the ball and also hands it back! Pitch is pleased.
The Fijians have put their game together
Little by little, the Fijians find themselves higher up the pitch and keep passing. At present the Portuguese are resisting them.
Fijians open the clock! (3-0, 10′)
After the offside whistle against Lelus, the Fijians point to the poles. Lomani, 25 meters to the right of the posts, successfully converted his kick.
Candle directly on contact (0-0, 9′)
Marquez wants the Portuguese half-half to take turns and hits the ball to follow. It connects directly and allows the Fijians to move into the opposition half.
The first half of the match
This worked in favor of Lelos, after an excellent counterattack. The huddle is clean and the ball can be kicked away.
Bettencourt low kick! (0-0, 4′)
After the touch, the forwards carry the ball and then the three quarters are in play. The Portuguese midfielder tries to take a small penalty kick from the right side, but Al-Maqla is alert and shoots into his own net.
First penalty kick for the Portuguese
The Lelos team has reached the touchline and will be able to settle into the opponent’s 22.
Starting !
Portela runs for the Portuguese.
Fijians perform sibi
Facing the respectable Portuguese, the Fijians perform the “sibi” song.
Chants resonate in Toulouse
After the Portuguese, it was the turn of the Fijians to sing their anthem.
Beware of the Portuguese trap
If they do not win a match in their second World Cup appearance, the Lillos will pose problems for all their opponents. Flying Fijians would be wise to beware.
Australians in front of television screens
The Wallabies are second in their group and currently through to the quarter-finals, and will support Portugal this evening. To qualify, Fiji must obtain at least one additional point.
Portuguese composition
Five changes for Lelos compared to the team that faced Australia. Tomis Appleton, captain for the evening, will play in the midfield position.
15. Cardoso Pinto; 14. Storti, 13. Bettencourt, 12. Lima (Cap), 11. Marta; 10. Portela, 9. Marx; 7. Martinez, 8. Simo, 6. Wallis; 5. Cerqueira, 4. Madeira; 3. Haci Ferreira, 2. Tagir, 1. F. Fernandes
Fiji composition
Note the passing Botitu at the opening.
Welcome to this live!
Good evening everyone! This evening we follow the final match of the group stage of the World Cup. In this final dance, Portugal and Fiji are on track in Group C.
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