Tearful end: Italy ejected from Rugby World Cup due to typhoon

On Saturday, Italy and New Zealand dueled in the decisive group game for progression in Yokohama. But nothing came of it, the game was canceled. For safety reasons, because typhoon Hagibis is expected to hit mainland Japan on Saturday.

Italy's Ghiraldini in tears Although New Zealand would have gone into the game as clear favorites, the Azzurri still had a chance of progressing. But the cancellation of the game dashed the Italians' hopes and the match was scored 0-0. As a result, both teams were awarded two points in the table, making New Zealand (16) the group winners. South Africa (2) is in second place and Italy (15) is in third place in Group B. Leonardo Ghiraldini worked hard for his final game, now it falls victim to the typhoon. © APA/afp / ANNE-CHRISTINE POUJOULAT

The rejection is particularly bitter for Leonardo Ghiraldini. The Azzurro fought his way back into the national team after tearing his cruciate ligament and wanted to end his career after the match against the All Blacks. Because the 35-year-old Ghiraldini had been working towards his comeback for months, he burst into tears when the game was canceled. Scotland is also under threat By the way: Scotland is threatened with the same fate as the Italian national rugby team. Their group game against Japan is also threatened by the typhoon. If the match were also canceled, the Scots would be eliminated without playing. The duel between England and France will not take place. However, that plays less of a role because both teams have already qualified for the next round.

Meanwhile, there was also criticism of the international rugby association. But he defended his decision to hold the World Cup in Japan during the typhoon season.

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Tearful end: Italy ejected from Rugby World Cup due to typhoon

Because the game between Italy and New Zealand had to be canceled, the Azzurri were eliminated from the Rugby World Cup without playing. It could also affect other teams.

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