Originally Posted by
Andyg
Spot on, plus they avoided any injuries. Tonga are a good side with most of their players playing in the prem or French leagues - so not mugs. To score 4 try's was impressive, but to only concede 3 was even better. The USA should provide a good test, but the real match will be against Argentina, if they win that then irrespective of the France game they are through to face Australia or Wales.
Ireland did a great job today, however it's still a bit early to assess their form, simply because Scotland, (who will struggle to beat Japan), were so poor. The biggest question is can we see Ireland beating South Africa in the quarters?