Extended Highlights: Japan 19-12 Ireland - Rugby World Cup 2019

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[@NathanHeaver]

wow 4 months ago?

[@lusychan8356]

Welcome to our pain... From: South Africa

[@thatellipsisguy8984]

Sora chan and Australia...

[@arthurmaclean6037]

And our pleasure! From: The rest of the world

[@charliemurphy8516]

hello

[@violetkumarina3699]

Sora chan LOL

[@apomtaylor8054]

@Yong Geun Song modded account

[@giantblob7075]

The feeling of japan winning in their own country overjoys me! They deserve all the victories!

[@stevethea5250]

Yakuza

[@Minime163]

Congratulations to japan from ireland they came from behind and beat us fare and square.

[@Eringobragh2024]

Half their players aren't even Japanese

[@FF-me2zh]

Joe Mac so what??? they have pride as a member of the Japanese team

[@petrolhead1960]

Joe Mac, the All Blacks have been plundering the South Pacific nations for years, stealing their best players to the detriment of Samoa, Tonga and Fiji. Same with Australia. Put that in your pipe and smoke it.

[@昆布トリミング爺さん]

Thanks to Irish players and rugby fans. Your fair play and gentlemany attitude is our example. From japan.

[@minimeismise]

Thanks to you for a great game of rugby. Respect from Ireland.

[@Minime163]

Japanesse are great hosts and ambasaters for their great country congratulations and best wishes for the rest of the tournament from ireland

[@andrewmcgurk1423]

Fair play lads!

[@NegativeAccelerate]

I am irish and I even smiled when you won because the Japanese are incredible to watch. I had flown over to wales to watch Ireland vs Canada at the 2015 World Cup and we watched the japan vs SA game in the pub with all the other Irish fans afterwards and I think I preferred the pub game to the Canada vs Ireland game

[@fbn7075]

Respect 🇯🇵 from Taiwan

[@koalaoyaji3]

感謝您對我們的支持!!

[@gengengen98]

有難う！ 台湾も出場出来るようになるといいね♪

[@Sabundy]

I hope Taiwan 🇹🇼 will start playing more Rugby 🏉

[@yasukon4381]

台湾と頻繁に親善試合で力を付け、いつかワールドカップで戦える日が来る事を信じてる｡

[@かりんちゃんさん聖]

台湾盟友日本永遠！

[@mazzhayashi4723]

The high light missed out the most beautiful moment of this game and it happened after the no-side. Irish lined up to show respect to the Japan and Japan did the same in return. What a sport-person-ship they’ve shown to the world. This is THE RUGBY and it made me cry. From Japan

[@stephenreeds3632]

Every team does that after every match in NH so stop trying to claim that the Irish are even more respectful than anyone else.

[@JimGerdon]

​@@stephenreeds3632lmao no one said irelands better, they only said that it was great sportsmanship

[@jomo3564]

I'm a Portuguese supporter of these samuraï since the victory against the bocks in 2015. The best game of rugby I've seen in my life.

[@追分356]

Welcome to a magical world lol

[@Trajan2401]

Japan v Scotland was better.

[@thekububeach]

2015: Japan beat Springboks? Oh my god!! 2019: did Japan just beat Ireland?? Wow incredible 2023: Japan beat England? Oh ok 2027: Japan lost the match to the All Blacks? What’s wrong with them?

[@adrianciobanu5856]

They must pass Wales Australia after NZ.

[@martinstuart5755]

they might face england and beat them or others before the end of the world cup and by 2027 there may well be a great many other teams risen from the ranks. all so bloody interesting to see. im happy its not just another weekend of who did the all blacks beat this time...

[@thomasbarnes1498]

couldn't beat the Scottish....Same again today?

[@PelikeMaia]

@@thomasbarnes1498 They did!

[@thomasbarnes1498]

@@PelikeMaia I know the Japanese have beaten the Scots now but not when I asked the question. The Japanese had great speed and their handling was too good. To be fair though both teams played well.

[@A-small-amount-of-peas]

Lovely to see the encouraging comments from Irish fans. Japan you are doing a brilliant job with the tournament and i hope you go through to the knockout phase. Rugby is growing globally and you're a big part of why that is

[@Pessidog10]

The thing is we didn't even play bad, Japan were just so much better and took their chances, we didn't

[@travismailsa1]

"you're a big part of why that is" you are an idiot with a statement like that.

[@A-small-amount-of-peas]

@@travismailsa1 How so Travis? I'm intrigued. Having a rising Asian superpower in rugby is a godsend for the global appeal of the game but I'm all ears on how this statement makes me an idiot. Do expand for me please

[@jonathanharwood1255]

@@A-small-amount-of-peas Don't worry about Travis. He seems like he only wants certain teams at the top. Tier 2 Nations aren't allowed to rise up.

[@Scottie-Jonno]

There are a lot of Irish people who were sore losers & were racist.

[@Will.Flavell]

Congratulations Japan 🇯🇵 you guys are awesome I hope you make it to the quarter finals respect from New Zealand 🇳🇿

[@pedrojunior3950]

"We've been getting ready for this game for a year. Ireland have been getting ready since Monday" - Jamie Joseph.

[@stevethea5250]

fkn lol

[@koreabaseball4]

Humble coach

[@gozieson]

All according to Keikaku

[@squakrock]

Whatever bro. Still a fluke

[@furball8967]

🤣🤣🤣🤣 Classic coach statement. Put that down for the annals of Rugby.

[@papillonvu]

Japan 19-12 Ireland 51% possession vs 49% 471m made vs 318m 197 passes vs 153 144 ball carries vs 134 20 defenders beaten vs 13 171 tackles/93% success vs 147/88% 19 penalties/turnover conceded vs 24 100% scrum success vs 86% Allowed Ireland to score 0 points over the final 58 minutes! This is not an upset... it was a tactical and systematic dismantling!

[@stuartkelly3106]

When a referee infringed ireland for everything it disturbs the flow of the game. Ireland were comfortable against them up until the 20th minute until incorrect decisions went against them.

[@sparky716]

@paul rangi I looked this up and World Rugby came out and said that the 3 out of 4 penalties given against Ireland shouldn't have been given and that could have changed the game because when those penalties were given Ireland became hesitant and it changed their game plan, when they came out with that and the fact that during the samoa and russian games the other teams were penalised for the same things makes Japan look untouchable and despite their incredible performances and training it could all be undone by the weather on Sunday. I think because this is the first World Cup to be held in Asia the refs where given a mandate to look the other way because a lot of mistakes that Japan made haven't been caught on and that sours the game when 1 side gets penalised more than the other, there has been a lot of discussion on why Japan wasn't penalised more and some say that because World Rugby need this tournament to do well and it wouldn't want the hosts to go out too quickly or it could destroy their chances in Asia, some even suggest favouritism. There is no doubt with the poor ref decisions so far at these matches and not implementing the rules properly this tournament isn't that well thought out, a lot of coaches have got onto World Rugby about this even England, France, Wales, Italy, a few others too. This tournament wasn't as well organised or planned as before in 2015, I however love love Japan and want to live there some day and the fanzones are great, the Japanese spirit for hospitality is great and no doubt the Tokyo 2020 Olympics is going be great as well.

[@walboyfredo6025]

@@stuartkelly3106 ireland always play the "spoiling" game so that the opponents couldn't play fast flowing game, thankfully it didn't work this time!

[@indigowalz]

Ireland's 2 Tries get from kick on the advantage.There was no way to attack. It is a complete victory in Japan.

[@rob7963]

papillon your mothers stats are on the left and ur sisters on the right

[@thecoolone82]

I'm sad to see us lose but have to say CONGRATS TO JAPAN!

[@Minime163]

Me too but i'll second that

[@ilsesmith9200]

As a south african i have to say now you now how bad it is to lose against japan

[@Yuji-Apo]

This is why I love Rugby. Whichever side you are, both player and supporters are fair with dignity and praise winner. Beautiful game and supporters

[@thepolaris907]

gg

[@taku5168]

I respect you that proud of yourself and never forget respect to opponents

[@JamesMadiganmadda]

Our loss is Japan's huge gain. Who knows how many people can be inspired by their performance. Well done Blossoms 🌸. Respect from Ireland. I hope my Irish boys can pick themselves up and keep fighting, the country is always behind them. We are not big, but they are our heroes ☘.

[@bunnychowmuncher]

Can Michael Cheika come stay with your parents for a week?

[@JamesMadiganmadda]

@@bunnychowmuncher hahahahaha with his attitude I don't think he'd even bother clean the dishes!

[@rickylovesyou]

Rugby is huge in Japan, its one of sports played by highschools all over.

[@bunnychowmuncher]

With his attitude he'll probably say someone else dirtied his plate. Lol.

[@violetkumarina3699]

E M Ae and that is also why they do te haka so well and speak Te Reo better than me lol

[@paulmaking1980]

Go team Japan! This rugby world cup in Japan is the best & greatest world cup EVER! 🇯🇵🏉

[@markganus1085]

nihon for the japanese only

[@patkana5539]

Can everyone take time to appreciate the half back for Japan that mastered this victory. Such a General on the playing field and the engineer of that victory

[@kkkmmm8129]

Japan was able to win as a challenger because Ireland stood in Japan as a strong man! Thank you! Let's keep the World Cup exciting with people all over the world! And people who come to Japan should also enjoy Japan! We Japanese welcome you! (From a Japanese high school student)🇯🇵🏉！

[@ad5047]

Thx iu too

[@kkkmmm8129]

Jules Winnfield 😊

[@dradenhaven1549]

Thanks. But when Japan beat Columbia in the World Cup, it was more incredible for Japanese people.

[@Minime163]

Congratulations from ireland

[@kkkmmm8129]

draden haven Is it the soccer World Cup? At the 2018 World Cup, the representative from Japan gave a shock and excitement to the Japanese and the world! ! I felt anew that sport is wonderful! ! We thank our representatives, representatives of other countries, all the people who support us, the people who support our operations, everyone! There will be the Tokyo Olympics in 2020! We will do our best to make this a great tournament!

[@sovietonion72]

Japan ranked number 1 for being polite.

[@violetkumarina3699]

That’s a mean title right there, and why not. On ya Japan.

[@Will.Flavell]

Rank number 1 in Asia

[@masa_poeny]

I wish

[@razeenmeyer9728]

But dont mess with them.

[@hikarupio]

Hooray to Japan for its historical and amazing giant killing!

[@niallbrowne9129]

HappyHappy that would be leprauchaun squashing

[@RubyDoobieScoo]

Practiced with whales

[@thatellipsisguy8984]

And Scotland have been no match for Ireland of late, Japan vs. Samoa for the top of the table!

[@huepix]

Considering ireland have run the all blacks close and beaten them twice in the last few years, this result is bloody epic!

[@taraishot100]

@@huepix lol 2 wins in a hundred years against the All Blacks. Literally All Blacks are different now

[@shaulasark]

4 years ago... i think once in a lifetime. but it was not a Miracle. Im Happy. Thanks rugby. Thanks Ireland. Thanks rugby fan all over the world.

[@tualomano9787]

Japan played for each other with the intent to earn that victory. Hearty unit 🤙👍

[@gjk7777]

Love watching Japan play, so much passion and enthusiasm...

[@NegativeAccelerate]

Gavin Kidd sameeee! You can see the sweat pouring off their faces but they never stop the frequent tackles. I am also inspired at how they’re physically smaller than most of these World Cup teams and have developed strategies to use this to their advantage such as the extremely low tackles. I’m Irish and I’ve noticed that the Irish team are quite skinny compared to a lot of southern teams and we rely a lot on kicking and chasing. But you can 100% see that famous Japanese discipline in these players. It was especially evident in SA vs Japan when the SA team wouldn’t tackle nearly as frequently and had a very casual air about them when you could see that the Japanese just kept running.

[@Evil.Totoro]

Very proud of This team. The legacy of this World Cup will inspire a whole new generation of rugby players / fans in Japan for sure.

[@shaynemurray5013]

Love the way the Japanese fight all the way, never give up. You beat us ( SA), took down Ireland in this WC, the New giant slayers have arrived- gained so many fans along the way, go Japan!

[@TheMrBennito]

japanese players are small, strong and skilled powerhouses, the team play is great & sometimes very creative in the passing & kicking!! keep going! cheers from a dutch judoka (that's my connection to Japan).

[@jm1835]

Big respect to Japan, always a pleasure to see them competing with top teams. They have great spirit

[@MattBrowningNZ]

Obviously huge congratulations to Japan for playing an incredible game....but also to Ireland - I haven't heard one moaning fan, they've not only been good sports but also complimentary and full of praise for Japan!! What a way to hold up the spirit of rugby! 🏉 🙌

[@Wee_Man435]

@@dpcater Japan were amazing, but as an irish fan im disappointed in how we played. as soon as the going got tough we went back to the same old predictable playstyle of recycling it down the middle. I dont know why we keep doing it considering its been leading to losses all year :/ Massive respect to Japan though, they played amazing and had an incredible defense on top of their attacking.

[@violetkumarina3699]

Matt Browning Hard out bro, I take my hat off to te Irish supporters, love te awesome sportsmanship. All te best for the rest of te tournament.

[@lg_aces6721]

Did well Japan! Love from New Zealand ❤️✊

[@tsigah_teekaymncibi8518]

Japan..well done from South Africa

[@richardpalu7462]

Japanese 'Kaizen' continuous improvement on show here.

[@jamlibor]

Japan and Ireland , We are best friend ! Irish sportsmanship is great and beautiful . Someday , I want go to Ireland and touch Irish culture . From Japan.

[@Minime163]

You'll be welcome good luck for the rest of the tourenament

[@JamesMadiganmadda]

You are welcome in Ireland ☘☘

[@akas224]

both players and supporters are friendly ,kind, and fare. fantastic!

[@ronancollett5270]

Huuuuuuuuuge result not just for Japan, not just for world rugby, but for sport in general. Congratulations to Japan from this Irishman for yet another performance of a lifetime. I really hope they can go even further than a possible QF.

[@lockodonis]

Not enough poooorrtaytooes pre match I reckon....😖

[@Minime163]

Love to see them go to the final and winning unless their playing ireland

[@lalalager21lovelyjubbly77]

Japan have got a truly strong and dedicated squad I have really enjoyed watching them play.

[@sportslife3652]

Fantastic rugby from Japan. The most exciting up-and-coming rugby team in the world. Massive respect.

[@atommarjin8506]

Wow wow Japan this is one of the biggest game ever seen from new Zealand. We all watching you the greatest Japan rugby team 😁

[@7s29]

They've done it twice, it ain't no fluke.

[@stevethea5250]

A lot of weird penalties

[@hughhefner404]

Steve Thea saltyyy, thing is that Ireland didn’t even play badly, Japan just played better and converted their chances

[@finngunter1322]

Jay Chamo I don’t think he is being salty personally from a neutral perspective it did look like a lot of calls where favoured to the Japan side(not saying they didn’t deserve to win) this could be down to many reasons like luck of the draw or bad timing but from my perspective it does look like Japan were helped a little and favoured on those 50/50 calls

[@zheahanna7576]

@@finngunter1322 that's how home field advantage helps

[@alphadelta9495]

@@zheahanna7576 - And that makes it OK?

[@markkuman4673]

GO JAPAN GO! FURIOUS SUPPORT FROM PAPUA NEW GUINEA!

[@Trajan2401]

Yes PNG is the only country in the world where rugby league is the number 1 game but they should conce ntrate on rugby union which is far bigger and popular than rugby league lol.

[@Mechanicalebe06]

Congratulations to Japan, great effort and incredible determination.

[@jasonphoenix292]

This was not just a win for Japan but a win for Rugby. Well done.

[@MrTomemac]

I would like to extend a hearty thank you to the Irish for bringing your spirit to this little corner of Japan this past Saturday. I can speak for many of the locals here in their appreciation and excitement to have you here to enjoy Rugby. It was a well played match and for me personally it was a joy to meet so many of you.

[@unfeignedfaith]

Definitely rooting for ABs and Japan for sure. Oh yeahhhhh!!! おめでとう!!

[@marcusrakyat8891]

Japan proof again hard work do pay off. Great result and well done Japan. We proud of you from Malaysia 🇲🇾.

[@evangelist6277]

Winning is great but holding Ireland scoreless for 60 mins is phenomenal

[@violetkumarina3699]

Yong Geun Song Wateva, they were trying their damdest to win cos we knows they don’t want to be playing our Mighty All Blacks, but hooray we get to play Ireland. Yay yay

[@britishpatriot7386]

@@violetkumarina3699 lol no you won't , England will win it all . ABs over confidence will be their downfall .

[@Will.Flavell]

And another quarter final loss for Ireland they are hopeless in the World Cup but great in the Six Nations

[@kevinrtres]

@@britishpatriot7386 ooops! This comment didn't hold up so well. L.O.L.

[@musccampagne1365]

Yonggeun 드래근신 tipical chon mind

[@nadeekafernando3787]

i love japan.. from sri lanka

[@Trajan2401]

Yes I see rugby is surprisingly quite strong in Sri Lanka especially in the colleges.Hopefully Sri Lanka make the world cup one day lol.

[@nadeekafernando3787]

@@Trajan2401 thanks dear

[@D64nz]

Great effort from Japan and a warm reminder that ANYTHING is possible. They played well to their strengths. These are all the best from their nations and on the day drive and passion can win through. At best you can just say which matches will be tougher, but none of them are easy. Good form from Ireland too, they are far from beaten, and now wide awake.

[@okan_miso_soup]

BraveBlossoms感動した！！♥️ 心揺さぶられるとはまさにこの事！ ここで終わらず次の試合も熱い戦いを見せてほしい！💪 そして最後まで熱く激しく、なにより紳士的だったアイルランドの選手や監督、ファンの方々に惜しみない感謝を！👏👏☘️💚🧡 Thank you Ireland !!💚🧡

[@WickedWaiata]

Would love to see Japan win the 2019 World Cup - from an All Black supporter!

[@Minime163]

You're wish could come true they beat samoa 38 19

[@jbrown8059]

To be honest Ireland is over rated by thier own people, the black machine will put 50 points on japan

[@lg_aces6721]

Hardout bro! I like to support the underdog!🤙

[@Minime163]

Me too

[@zaksol7022]

Your not an abs supporter goofy.

[@peterwilliams8524]

As a South African I can say that the one thing that really tempers the joy over seeing Japan beat Ireland, is that the Irish are taking it so much better than we did.

[@malvinchadzamira7197]

Cannot be worse than English they are my ultimate sore loser team.

[@lukasmeggs5857]

As a Canadian, I was so nervous and so happy for Japan this tournament. They took major steps this year, and they were by far the most fun team to watch for me this World Cup!

[@rooney3248]

8:05　あの位置から追いかけて結局追いつく14番エグい.....

[@pkpckls]

Good for them :) Ireland fan here but great to see Japan doing well

[@charliemurphy8516]

ur cool x

[@Monatio79]

This put a smile on my face. Congratulations Japan ! Such a marvelous victory that I almost forgot about the cute Irish supporter at 00:12.

[@anzeboy1]

From a AB Supporter. Congrats to Japan. You fully deserve your win. You played with a lot of heart & guts

[@AndrewJones-zo8ig]

*Well done Japan, Ireland are one of the best teams on the planet, and luck alone ain't enough to beat them. Well done again.*

[@matsuokaken1789]

It is really heart warming to see Irish players and irish funs also cerebrated Japan even though they were shocked on this unexpected result. What a gentle sport!! Japan have to develop this culture of Rugby from this opportunity,World cup here.

[@71347cou]

if japan beat scotland, will open the door for tiar 1 coming soon

[@geewhiz4924]

@Max Smith but imagine the upset if they manage to beat the kiwis

[@arthurmaclean6037]

@Max Smith Ireland beat you not long ago...

[@arthurmaclean6037]

@@geewhiz4924 I would love Japan to give Nz a good game, for the sport in general it would be amazing

[@alexousa3023]

Japan will play South Africa if they top the group guys

[@violetkumarina3699]

Alex Ousa Yay which means we’ll get Ireland. Omg I so can’t wait. Up te Mighty All Blacks.

[@pittwaterplayground]

The success of the Japanese Rugby team has brought pleasure to not only Japan but also the entire rugby world. I hope this has given you the platform to allow rugby to grow and develop in your wonderful country. Admiration and respect from a Welshman.

[@rob7963]

Full credit to japan Ireland just didn’t play for 60mins congrats From a Irish man ☘️

[@BennVai]

Brits Out yeah. 60mins 👀😂

[@rosscoghlan]

It was a nice bonus to have the sixteenth man on the field in purple.

[@lockodonis]

Ross Coghlan they paid him in pooooortttaytoes

[@rosscoghlan]

@@lockodonis The Japanese? Why would they pay him in potatoes? 🤷‍♂️

[@meandthepotatoes4916]

Much better team won

[@RadicalCaveman]

Beautiful highlights. Thank you, World Rugby. You've finally got it right.

[@ahmedsuleman4363]

One day, Japan will be the world champion. The good thing is that I will see them when they will be the champions I could not die because I am 13 years old

[@yui-tg4nm]

I am Japanese. My town was also damaged by a typhoon and many people were sad. But many people were cheered up by watching rugby. I'm really sorry for the team that couldn't play in the typhoon. I was delighted by the warmth of this video and comments, and tears came out. Thank you very much. ありがとうございます。

[@mombaassa]

It has been so good to see how the game has moved forward in Japan, Argentina, and Uruguay, in recent times. I really hope it becomes a world game, irrespective of how well it grows in the big three nations (Russia, USA, & China).

[@Natedawg38]

I remember watching this at home in complete disbelief. But not one person was salty about it, everyone agreed japan played amazing

[@strutherhill]

Congrats to Japan on a thoroughly deserved victory! Please spare a thought for me, however, as a Scot with a Japanese wife. The only bright side is that, for the Scotland v Japan match, she'll be in her home country while I'm here in the UK... By the time she gets back, the sections of chewed carpet will have been replaced, I'll have coaxed the cat down from the top of the kitchen cupboard and the parrot will have stopped repeating all those new words he learnt.

[@Juicy_slut21111]

hahahaha....i will keep you in my prayers buddy

[@strutherhill]

@@Juicy_slut21111 Thanks for the kind words. I fear we Scots are going to have a hard time of it. Will we beat Russia????

[@mrmjvc]

@@strutherhill never mind Russia you got Samoa tomorrow. Oh and good luck with your wife. Let us know if you're still together afterwards...

[@strutherhill]

@@mrmjvc Samoa, oh yes. Scotland scraped past them by three points in 2015 -- in the UK and they'll be more accustomed to the conditions in Japan... As to marital problems, a rugby forum on KZbin seems the ideal place to seek advice.

[@PiJay-pl7pw]

80 minutes full game was very interesting than highlights. Absolutely brilliant performance from Japan,,

[@GlyntTheCat]

If there's one thing that I learned seeing this, Japan has a phenomenal pace to the game. The quick assertive offloads, the pass for the final try of the game. Incredible work from a nation we gave no thought towards a decade ago. Now Japan is a contender. Welcome to the joyous sport of Rugby, Cherry Blossoms!

[@johansoningmar8212]

GlyntTheCat They practice literally 16 hours a day during camp starting from weight training session at 5 am. Many players said those intense schedule made them sick and tired of rugby altogether ,however it might be worth it after all.

[@cashmagesh5135]

one of the most notable matches of that world cup.

[@NzPhenomenon]

I really hope Japan go far! I don’t even mind them beating the All Blacks. Hello from NZ 🇯🇵

[@ApriliaRSV4F]

That's getting a bit carried away mate.

[@NzPhenomenon]

ApriliaRSV4F All blacks already won it three times. I don’t mind a country who has never won it have the title....

[@ApriliaRSV4F]

@@NzPhenomenon I know we have won it 3 times. I am quite happy to win it a 4th time.

[@cardinia1]

fantastic result always been a fan of Jamie Jo so I knew the brave blossoms would be well guided just how well well rest is history mate

[@HDavies02]

And now they beat Scotland!!

[@rachelteariki6999]

Congrats Japan!!!! great to see an Asian Nations finally climb up onto the world stage. you've proven that aint no mountain high enough to conquer nor teams t'ah beat. absolutely fantastic to see. again congrats, and all the best. blessings

[@手塚一樹-u6u]

I won’t let people to say “that was miracle” !!

[@rangimariesmith4486]

Congratulations Japan well done, should've bet the house on it. Japan playing Otago Highlander type rugby very definitely NZ flavour to it. Good one Jamie.

[@Mimeniia]

I suppose so but led by a Saffa.

[@zenmanitou]

Congratulations to Japan and love for both teams from France

[@diegobautista7511]

why are there 20 minute highlights for other games but only 9 minutes for one of the greatest upsets in world cup history?

[@joshuaashford4386]

Why do you people always have to complain

[@tsmay4598]

Because there weren't many tries.

[@thatellipsisguy8984]

Because they’ve cut out all the stoppage time e.g. 30s to set a scrum. Ain’t nobody got time for that...

[@violetkumarina3699]

big ghun 45 Exactly that bro, they upset LOL

[@jcrisp90]

I cried at the end of this

[@BubbaBellin]

What absolute balls, courage and confidence by Japan. That last intercept was amazing. Most teams would have played on their heels, but he went for it. Bold.

[@joseignaciocao8504]

From Argentina , ¡Congratulations Japan!, outstanding!

[@declanmcdonnell6965]

Just watching some of Ireland's games from 2006-2007, and the level of creativity then compared to now is absolutely insane...Nowadays the Ireland team just plod along, no one seems comfortable with ball in hand, just lazy robotic movement at all times. Back then the entire backline was a threat, even (dare I say it) the likes of Girvan Dempsey played with more flair than these guys. Just seeing O'Driscoll, Horgan, and Hickie etc move with such pace, angles of running and breathless passion a was a joy to witness again. Stringer's speed of ball was on another level also. God I miss those players. I feel we have no one left to inspire the team anymore, no real talismen. Everyone's confidence is completely shot and there are no natural leaders/enforcers in the team to lift morale. O'Connell, Leamy and Neal Best used to fight hard with every carry, and would get involved in the physical side of things too...They wouldn't be bullied by anyone. Who do we have now to assert any dominance?....The gentleman Josh Van Der Flier, an extremely tired Peter O'Mahony, Iain Henderson who wouldn't kill a fly on the pitch?

[@papillonvu]

When Japan does it once against South Africa... it’s a miracle. When Japan does it again against Ireland... it’s an upset. When Japan will do it one more time, against South Africa... it will be a spot in the Semi-Finals!

[@MosesMatsepane]

Not this time buddy, they're going to be taught a lesson by the big boys.

[@paulcar2356]

@Moses Matsepane People said the same for ireland. It is likely but who knows, that's why we love rugby in the end.

[@El.C4m1n0]

Can't wait to see Japan play again ! Love from France !

[@laurencebearzatto2264]

Le Japon... peuple fière et merveilleux.. grande surprise de la coupe ... Bravo les gars ... 👍❤️

[@euphoria-experimental]

Congratulations my country and I always respect Ireland. Thank you for the great game.

[@mdavidom5903]

need more than 9 minutes of this....pretty please??

[@niozella1041]

KZbin is a great place to watch your favorite sports memories instead of always just in your head

[@MarioRossi1122]

Incredible victory for Japan! Congratulations from Italy

[@ahseetapumanaia]

Big fan from Samoa🇼🇸 Japan you have won the heart of our pacific people ❤🥰

[@zimzimma5688]

As an Irishman this was awful, but congratulations to Japan, they were immense and completely deserved their win, I hope the win and the world cup grows the game even further in Japan and they go on the become a real force, it would be great for the game as a whole.

[@georgieboi097]

I knew Japan could beat Ireland and I'm going for Japan to beat Scotland

[@Trajan2401]

Japan beat Scotland in the game of the tournament lol.

[@kevinrtres]

This aged very well!

[@DrFred-rk2zq]

This tournament has been fantastic! Japan is exceeding my expectations

[@timjim875]

better team trough out fully deserved, from an Irish person ha great for rugby.

[@Username-ze1ux]

This comes as no surprise for anyone who have been watching Japan in the pacific nations cup tournament leading into the World Cup...they grind every team they play into the ground their patience kills everyone they play...there’s not too many tier one nation that can compete with them

[@scottbart4471]

Idiot, Eng beat them easily recently

[@Narapoia1]

They had a great game for sure - but SA beat them by 30 points a couple weeks ago. Amazing performances every 4 years are a start, and Japan are getting better, but most Tier 1 nations beat them comfortably between RWCs.

[@Username-ze1ux]

Yeah England won’t win plain and simple

[@scottbart4471]

@@Username-ze1ux yeh right

[@Username-ze1ux]

Haha you still going let it go

[@EnricoduPlessis]

I predict that Japan will no longer be reckoned as a 2nd tier team, and will in fact be counted as a rugby powerhouse within the next 10 years. Well done Japan (from a South African still in shock about what happened 4 years ago - at least we are no longer alone in that boat! - Welcome to the club Ireland...)

[@Minime163]

hope you're right about japan they deserve good things to happen for them with all their passion. Thanks for you're warm welcome to the club of nations who lost to japan

[@akemim213]

I'm proud of Japan team! Super excited!

[@OCD-Gamer]

Bloody great game. Amazing tournament.

[@511dydy]

The irish fans are just pure class... They can take a beating and defeats with such grace. I hope you guys get through

[@andreasschmidt2739]

それは素晴らしい

[@ultimate_dragon6990]

Came back to get goosebumps watching Japan's superb play to wining matches and seeing the sensation

[@mozartjpn137]

What I leant from RWC and the comments here : Rugby is a gentlemanly sport.

[@scanpaul5559]

Wow! Go Japan. Anatawa number one 🎌🇯🇵👍👏👏👏🌟🎉