So there's going to be a QF Ireland-NZ. The top two expected teams up against each other already this early.
Congrats to Japan! Beating two tier 1 nations to top the group. Japan have now won six consecutive World Cup matches. Only Australia, New Zealand, South Africa and England have had longer winning runs. Crazy that they have a better record than France, Ireland, and Wales!
It will be interesting to see what happens with Japan after the World Cup.
Shame Canada vs. Namibia game didn't go ahead. Was looking forward to that one.
Predictions for quarter finals in bold.
Australia vs. England: I'm English, so I'm really pessimistic about our chances.
Wales vs. France: No problems here for Wales, unless they get a red card early on.
New Zealand vs. Ireland: Ireland haven't had the best of years, and I see the All Blacks avenging their recent losses against them.
South Africa vs. Japan: The fairy tale ends.
I truly believe if New Zealand are going to lose it will be against Ireland. They are the only side currently who match up well with them. Still don’t think ireland win the cup even with a victory over the all blacks.
Bula vinaka! Shame Aussie lost for you but as a kiwi I'm not too disappointed. There have been some awesome Fijian players in both teams over the years.As a half Fijian, I will always side with the all blacks or wallabies if the Flying Fijians are not playing.
This game right now with Australia and England is great.
Honestly, it’s no biggie. I’m enjoying every game, it’s been rough staying up until 4am but it’s a necessity. Go All Blacks!Bula vinaka! Shame Aussie lost for you but as a kiwi I'm not too disappointed. There have been some awesome Fijian players in both teams over the years.
Bring on Ireland, should be a great match this afternoon.
Loving the Irish crowd singing through the haka. That's how you counter it, rather than going crying to the media.