Rugby: the French XV and South Africa in the lead, the rankings of the Nations Championship after the 4th day
Duel between the two leaders of the Nations Championship, next Friday at the Stade de France
Quick Look
- The French XV will host South Africa next Friday in Saint-Denis in a duel between the two leaders of the Nations Championship.
- The Blues lead the Northern Hemisphere pool with 17 points after their 54-17 win over Fiji, while the Boks lead the Southern Hemisphere pool with 20 points.
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Why It Matters
The Nations Championship opposes national rugby teams divided into two groups, the Northern Hemisphere and the Southern Hemisphere. The French XV is first in its group with 17 points, followed by England and Ireland with 15 points. South Africa is first in the Southern Hemisphere group with 20 points, tied with New Zealand.
Clash of leaders in sight. The French XV will host South Africa next Friday in Saint-Denis. A duel between the two leaders in the Nations Championship rankings. After their 54-17 victory against Fiji on Saturday, during the fourth day, the Blues lead the Northern Hemisphere group with 17 points, ahead of England and Ireland (15 pts).
In the Southern Hemisphere group, it is the Boks who lead the dance with 20 points, as many as New Zealand. Australia is far behind with only one victory and eight points on the clock.
Open Questions
- Exactly what time will the match take place?
- What will be the composition of the two teams?
- What are the precise stakes of this match for the final ranking?
