Mixed Emotions

So, 2hrs ago I'm over the moon. England have just been stuffed (and yes, despite the score line thats what I think it was) and I wass anticipating a nice, evenly contested match between Wales and the All Blacks.



Unfortunatley that's all gone pear shaped because Wales got a stuffing (although I think less than England).



The problem with England was that they didn't look like they new how to score a try. South Africa were pretty average (except Juan Smith who was brilliant, truely inspiring as a back row forward myself) but England just stood still. I can't thinl of one player who can come out with their heads held high, possibly Worsely, although compared to Smith, he just didn't turn up.



As for Wales Newzeland, well just look at the stats. In terms of numbers, pretty even. But their defence was routhless, as was their finishing. Wales big problem was kicking first half, missing touch, not putting preassure on their kicks. Apart from that we were actually pretty good, bt when you invite sooo much attacking at pace from the best in the world, you're going to pay.



Second half we looked alot more up for it. Hook i though twas outstanding, and when he took over kicking duties New Zeland actually had a few lineouts.



But at the end of the day New Zealend defence was just terrifying. No one else in the world can defend like that. Its like watching Joe Calzaghi claiming another victim.



I know I could complain that the ref was inconsitent, should have picked up on alot of stuff earlier but I don't think that would be entirely fair or it would have made a big difference.



Well done southern Hemisphere, you proved better at all levels



(Oh, and scotland played to, got stuffed like a christmas turkey by the ozzies. Pretty predictable).

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