The Rugby World Cup kicked off on Friday 9th of September and so far it has been good. I have expected all the bigger teams to have had more flattering score lines so far but, this indicates the quality of rugby has improved greatly in countries that do not traditionally play rugby. I like that it is becoming more competitive.
New Zealand got us underway with a convincing 41-10 win over Tonga – but the New Zealand public (and I) expected a greater margin. The first half was a fantastic display of excellent rugby from the All Blacks but, the second half just gritty and boring.
England and Scotland both had scares in their ‘group of death’ matches (group of death as 2 of 3 teams can potentially qualify). These games were both crucial for each team as they both sought that elusive four try bonus point to ensure maximal points from each game. Scotland managed to get it with 2 tries in the last ten minutes which meant that Scotland beat Romania by 10 points (conversions were missed). Unbelievable from Scotland as they were playing so well in the first 20 minutes – shit in the rest of the game up until the last 10…..get it together, eh?
England did not gain a bonus point from their opening game in this world cup. They managed to fight back from being 9-3 down to win 13-9. Bringing on Ben Youngs in the last 15 minutes proved to be the difference. Jonny Wilkinson rather uncharacteristically missed 5 kicks – 4 in a row!
In other games Fiji looked formidable with a great win over Namibia. They have one hell of a chance this year as they performed so very well against Wales in the last year. It could mean this will be the furthest they have progressed in the world cup ever but, it will be extremely difficult for them.
South Africa were very, VERY lucky to defend their world champions title with a win against Wales. A 17-16 win for the Springboks puts them in a very smooth road to qualification as the rest of the games will be very physical and up front which suits them. They do not like being attacked out wide. Wales were extremely unfortunate as a penalty deemed to have been missed was actually well and truly scored as video replays suggest.
Australia had a shaky start against a strong Italian team who were level 6-6 at the break. Unfortunately for all the locals and all the Italians – the Wallabies’ attacking prowess got the better of the Italians and the game ended 32-6 in favour of the Aussies.
Ireland managed to overcome an emotional US Eagles team (who played on the 10th anniversary of 9/11) 22-10. Not convincing at all from Ireland and I always feel that Ireland peak at the wrong time. One of the greatest Northern Hemisphere teams on their day and I feel they deserve more.
Finally, the French were being very French. An extremely unpredictable team who on their day can easily be world beaters and their team are not even the best that France has had in the past. So much flare and class. They have provided such an entertaining brand of rugby in the rich tapestry of international rugby. However, it was just ‘one of those days’ for the French. Playing against Japan the French left it late to provide the gratifying score line they crave so much. At one point it was 25-21 to the French after Japan had clawed their way back from a 25-0 deficit. The French put 3 tries past the Japanese to give them a final score of 47-21. Nearly another scare for a big name in world rugby.
In addition to the excitement of the Rugby World Cup – we have the Champions league starting up again this evening with Man U taking on Benfica and the Might Barca take on AC Milan.
I am so glad sport is back!
I spoke to my good friend T yesterday and we have both concluded we hate apple but we want all their things.
I hate it but I love it as well. I desperately want the Iphone 5. I even refuse to have an Ipod on the premise of getting an Iphone 5. Fuck you Apple! Hurry up and release it!!!
We don’t really know why it is as we both know we will not use an Ipad all that much if we had it but, we just want it. T did say it is down to the marketing of their products. I have to agree. They are definitely not the best products in their field but they still somehow seem so much more exclusive. I don’t get it though because EVERYBODY has an apple product.
I had a little anecdote about why I can’t stand most of the apple customers. It is simply because they are such douchebags. I saw some total knob the other day take a photograph using his Ipad….he had kitted his Ipad out as well so it had the cover so he can protect it (which is fair enough) and it had one of those little lights attached so that he can read it in the dark (wanker!). His cover was made by Ed Hardy (Wanker!!) which only made it much more difficult for him to use his Ipad for photography purposes. The photograph he took was of an approaching tube train while I was on the underground (WANKER!!!). A three-fold wanker. That is the worst type of wanker. After calling someone a wanker thrice you must resort to something much more offensive or just plain murder them.
Imagine taking a picture of the above. Honestly. This is exactly how it will appear....shit.
Anyway, so this pathetic excuse for human existence was making a total asshole of himself in front of everyone trying to get onto the train while he took his photo. It was clear to me that everyone who had ever loved this dude loved him sarcastically. In addition to this it was evident that even both Israel and Palestine would both agree that he is a total dick and a douche but more of a dick than a douche. If you were a piece of livestock even Morrissey would kill and eat you, you fucking faggot! You should kill yourself.
I would still like an Ipad thought. I would barely use it but I would like one.
Much love,
Jackson L.
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