In our soccer countries, very little is known about rugby. For this reason, I include this video in case you want to know the basics of this spectacular sport.
After the New Zealand All Blacks beat Canada last Sunday, the best teams in the world are ready to go to the quarterfinals of the World Championship. Ireland will face Wales, to meet in the semis against the winner between England and France. On the other side of the bracket, Australia will meet South Africa, to face the winner between New Zealand and Argentina.
Argentina? Yes. That’s right, Argentina. Argentina – what a country, and what a scope for this marvel of a cultural and sporting phenomenon in the south of America. One of the most creative countries on the planet, Argentina is in the quarterfinals of rugby, as it always stands out in soccer, tennis and so much more.
In this exclusive sport for the strong and brave, the All Blacks are a winning team. In fact, I don’t think there is a more winning team in any sport ever. Is it their haka? Is it their inspiration? They live far away and from the end of the world they are approaching a new world championship. Watch them in this video win a match like the ones that should be played in heaven:
In case you don’t know the ritual dance of the All Blacks, inspired by the Maori natives of New Zealand, here’s a sample of its impressive emotional value.
I like rugby. It’s like advertising. There are rules, it’s intense, it’s a contact sport.
If you don’t want to scratch, play marbles.
