World Rugby U20 Championship 2024: France, New Zealand, England, and Ireland Reach Semi-Finals
World Rugby U20 Championship 2024 updates: With convincing wins, France, New Zealand, and England qualified for the World Rugby U20 Championship 2024 semi-finals, while Ireland moved on when their match against Australia was postponed due to bad weather in Cape Town.
On the third day of the event, victories were also secured by Argentina and Georgia.
France defeated Wales 29–11 in tough conditions at Athlone Sports Stadium to guarantee their spot in the semi-finals. Les Bleuets’ victory and bonus point ensured their place in Pool A even before New Zealand defeated Spain 45–13; the game was called off at halftime owing to bad weather. Pool A was won by New Zealand, and France qualified as the best runners-up.
The Ireland vs Australia match was canceled due to heavy weather in Cape Town; both sides received two competition points. Ireland advanced as the Pool B winners as a result of this outcome.
With a try in the closing seconds of play, England defeated South Africa 17–12 in another exciting game to take the lead in Pool C. In the meantime, Georgia won their first tournament match, defeating Italy 28-17, while Argentina crushed Fiji 52-12, increasing their chances of making it to the semifinals.
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Key Matches Recap:
France vs Wales (29–11): With strong performances, France advanced to the semi-finals and won with to tries from Hoani Bosmorin and Mathis Castro Ferreira.
Spain vs New Zealand (45–13): Although the rain forced the game to be abandoned at halftime, New Zealand’s commanding first half guaranteed them a spot in the semi-finals.
Georgia vs Italy (28-17): Georgia triumphed in their first game, demonstrating tenacity in the face of adversity with a valiant defense and efficient mauling.
Argentina vs Fiji (52–12): Argentina defeated Fiji with their strong forward play and strategic kicking, earning a vital win that advanced them to the semi-finals.
England vs South Africa (12–17): With a late try, England overcame the home team, South Africa, to win Pool C and secure their spot in the semi-finals.
France, New Zealand, England, and Ireland are all primed to display their skill and tenacity in the quest for the championship crown at the World Rugby U20 Championship 2024, setting up an intriguing semifinal lineup.
