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Winger Macca Springer scores three tries in big win against Japan
New Zealand’s recent struggles at World Rugby under-2src championship have continued after a 62-19 win against Japan wasn’t enough to book a spot in the semifinals.
Three tries to Crusaders winger Macca Springer against Japan – who are coached by incoming Crusaders mentor Rob Penney – made sure that New Zealand secured a convincing win, but they fell short of a semifinals berth on points differential following a 35-14 loss to France last week.
Captain Noah Hotham was disconsolate after the Japan match, noting that they missed the chance to get the “67 clear points” they needed to progress into the top four in South Africa.
The semifinals will be contested by France, Ireland, England and South Africa in a disappointing tournament for nations who play in Super Rugby Pacific.
New Zealand and old rivals Australia will meet on Monday (midnight NZ Time) in the battle for the consolation prize of a fifth-placed fi
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