ron evans Posted October 27, 2019 Share Posted October 27, 2019 Failed at the last gasp I'm going flying. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
john stones 1 - Moderator Posted October 27, 2019 Author Share Posted October 27, 2019 Heartbreak, hard hard game. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peter Jenkins Posted October 27, 2019 Share Posted October 27, 2019 After seeing all four teams play over the last 2 days, my prediction is: 1 England 2 South Africa 3 New Zealand 4 Wales Of course, it could all change on the day depending on which team turns up to play! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cymaz Posted October 27, 2019 Share Posted October 27, 2019 +1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don Fry Posted October 27, 2019 Share Posted October 27, 2019 Posted by john stones 1 on 27/10/2019 11:00:02: Heartbreak, hard hard game. +1 sad Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michael Ramsay-Fraser Posted October 27, 2019 Share Posted October 27, 2019 As a Scotsman, this is really hard to say.....but best of luck to England next weekend. However, if you do win, PLEASE don't bang on about it for the next 12 years. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don Fry Posted October 28, 2019 Share Posted October 28, 2019 Thank you Michael, and I promise. And a reminder, as my old mum used to say, "dinner is not done until it's on the table" Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
john stones 1 - Moderator Posted October 28, 2019 Author Share Posted October 28, 2019 Sunday dinner will not be easily digested, let's hope the lads have a good appetite and don't faf about. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike Etheridge 1 Posted October 28, 2019 Share Posted October 28, 2019 My twin brother Pete was a Bristol Scrum Half in 1970 and got selected as a reserve for a match between the South West of England and the Springbox. It was a freezing cold match day so he was glad he did not get to play especially as there was an apartheid demonstration which included the scattering of tin tacks on the pitch.I might have a word with him to see what the prospects of winning are at the week end and report on this web site. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don Fry Posted October 28, 2019 Share Posted October 28, 2019 Small world, my then girlfriend was one of the tack ladies at that match. Did I think I was the dogs do dah to associate with such a fireball, besotted. She dumped me. John Stones, you got yer day right. Most of us do a pizza, curry, whatever on a Saturday night. Edited By Don Fry on 28/10/2019 16:25:49 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
john stones 1 - Moderator Posted October 28, 2019 Author Share Posted October 28, 2019 No I got my days wrong, seems I moved a day into the future. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike Etheridge 1 Posted October 29, 2019 Share Posted October 29, 2019 It looks like fate may have done you a favour John with the tack scattering female , and she may have dumped you as my wife would have done me, once she discovered you were an aeromodeller ? I spoke to Pete and his initial response was that we beat the All Blacks a team that is better than the current Springbox side so we should win the final. I asked him to what extent tactics will determine the result and he agreed that tactics have developed over the years as they have with soccer, so lets hope the coach gets it right.He did agree to scan the 1970 Springbox V South West of England program and his invitation to the after match meal, so I might add them on this site so you can identify the rugby stars from the past. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike Etheridge 1 Posted October 29, 2019 Share Posted October 29, 2019 Here are the scans of the program, and even I who never played Rugby recognise some of the names from the past. Twin brother Pete is named as a substitute. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Richard Wood Posted October 31, 2019 Share Posted October 31, 2019 Posted by Michael Ramsay-Fraser on 27/10/2019 21:40:31: As a Scotsman, this is really hard to say.....but best of luck to England next weekend. However, if you do win, PLEASE don't bang on about it for the next 12 years. 'A game for thugs played by gentlemen' - and watched by gentlemen for the most part. As an Englishmen who's lived north of the border for many years I read your post with a wry smile Michael. Lets see if SA can play on Saturday & are more than Faf & physicality. Edited By Richard Wood on 31/10/2019 00:27:11 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris Freeman 3 Posted October 31, 2019 Share Posted October 31, 2019 May the best team win and may the ref be fair and consistant. Just some points that need to be considered is the fact that the Springboks are in the final despite the fact that we have quota systems in all aspects of South African life, this means that being the best does not mean you get the job. The economic situation has also resulted in many leaving South Africa to earn a living in other countries. Most of the teams at the World Cup had at least one South African in their squad and yet despite all of this the Boks are in the final! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
john stones 1 - Moderator Posted October 31, 2019 Author Share Posted October 31, 2019 Plenty changes for Fridays game, could be a try fest. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don Fry Posted October 31, 2019 Share Posted October 31, 2019 I've been given a job list. The fridge is also empty. And I don't think I can face the spectacle of two fine teams, dreams shattered, having to play one more match. One goes home, two defeats on the bounce, sort you're morale out. The other just goes home. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
john stones 1 - Moderator Posted October 31, 2019 Author Share Posted October 31, 2019 I reckon they'll play an entertaining game. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ron evans Posted October 31, 2019 Share Posted October 31, 2019 Can't say I'm looking forward to the game in the morning, but with changes on both teams it might be interesting for the neutral observer. I see Eng. coming through on Sat. They will offer a bit more muscle than Wales could muster last week, and hopefully a more interesting game Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ron evans Posted November 1, 2019 Share Posted November 1, 2019 AB look like scoring every time they're in Wales 22. Wales look better moving the ball wide. Fast game. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peter Jenkins Posted November 1, 2019 Share Posted November 1, 2019 Too many errors by Wales when they were in threatening positions. If they tighten up their game they might frighten the ABs. If not, not. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peter Jenkins Posted November 1, 2019 Share Posted November 1, 2019 And more errors from Wales at the restart has just about thrown away this match. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michael Ramsay-Fraser Posted November 1, 2019 Share Posted November 1, 2019 Sadly, it looks to be all over for our Celtic cousins (just as the AB's score another try). Or not, just ruled forward. Hope England have more than just one good game in them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ron evans Posted November 1, 2019 Share Posted November 1, 2019 I'd like to think Wales suffered the AB backlash from losing last week, but although we never gave up we were outplayed in all aspects of the game. Edited By ron evans on 01/11/2019 10:54:27 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
john stones 1 - Moderator Posted November 1, 2019 Author Share Posted November 1, 2019 Slow ball all game for Wales, A.Bs are relentless. New coach and young lads coming through for Wales, thanks for the memories Warren, well some of em. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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