New Zealand registered a big win over Ireland and reached into the semi-finals of Rugby World Cup 2019
In the second quarter-final of the Rugby World Cup 2019, New Zealand beat Ireland by 46-14. New Zealand completely dominated Ireland, especially in the first half of a match.
Reigning champion, New Zealand entered into the semi-finals of Rugby World Cup 2019.
New Zealand has lost two of their last three matches against Ireland but this time they succeed to beat the men in green. This is the 7th time when New Zealand entered into the semi-finals (highest by any team) of Rugby World Cup.
On the other hand, this is Ireland’s 7th loss in the quarter-final stage of Rugby World Cup. With this loss, Ireland’s former captain Rory Best retired from the game. In April, Rory has announced that he will be retiring after Ireland’s World Cup campaign. Ireland will be very disappointed with their performance.
Amazing moment as Rory Best brings his kids onto the pitch after his last match in an @irishrugby shirt.
— Rugby World Cup (@rugbyworldcup) October 19, 2019
A legend of the game, who gave it all for the jersey.
Thanks for the memories Rory 🙌 pic.twitter.com/1rKuLdOPkM
About the match
The first half of a match was completely dominated by All Blacks as they did not give a single point to Ireland till the half-time. In the 14th minute, New Zealand’s Aaron Smith has scored the first try of the match. In half-time, the score was 22-0. New Zealand defended Irish players very well.
In the second half, New Zealand played an attacking game the same as in the first half. In this half, Ireland opens its account of points but failed to beat New Zealand.
Player of the match – Beauden John Barrett
The 28-year-old Beauden Barrett is player of the match for his astonishing performance against Ireland. In this match, Beauden Barrett scored 1 try, 1 try assist and 21 carries. Four years ago, Barrett has played a major role in New Zealand’s World Cup win. New Zealand supporters will hope for good performance from him in the upcoming matches.
After a massive game for @allblacks against Ireland, @beaudenbarrett was the @mastercard Player of the Match
— Rugby World Cup (@rugbyworldcup) October 19, 2019
1 try
1 try assist
21 carries (more than any other NZ player)#POTM #StartSomethingPriceless #RWC2019 pic.twitter.com/rgfJNupIty
What coach’s said after the match
🗣 "We've been a little bit flat all season which is disappointing. Thank you to my players and these supporters. It has been a privilege for me." @IrishRugby's Joe Schmidt talks about his team's defeat in his final game in charge #RWC2019 #NZLvIRE #RWCTokyo pic.twitter.com/KJIx9WfF2o
— Rugby World Cup (@rugbyworldcup) October 19, 2019
🗣"I'd like to publicly acknowledge Rory & Joe Schmidt. Both of them have been instrumental in changing Ireland into a team that, earlier in the year, were No. 1 in the world."@AllBlacks coach Steve Hansen speaks after the quarter-final win over Ireland.#RWC2019 #NZLvIRE pic.twitter.com/z0YZRqSBsa
— Rugby World Cup (@rugbyworldcup) October 19, 2019
After this big victory, All Blacks will face England in the 1st semi-final on September 26. It is going to be a tough fight between England and New Zealand as both teams are in a supreme form.
