Springboks Put Battling Samoans to the Sword

Bryan Habana ran in four tries as South Africa began their World Cup campaign with a thoroughly impressive win against Samoa at the Parc des Princes.

The winger contributed 20 of the Springboks' points in a resounding 59-7 victory. Percy Montgomery added two tries, five conversions and three penalties, while Jaque Fourie and JP Pietersen also touched down.

Gavin Williams scored a consolation try for the Samoans, which he converted himself.

The performance will put the fear into England, who face South Africa in Saint Denis on Friday.

More to follow

© Guardian News & Media 2008
Published: 9/9/2007
 
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