Rugby World Cup 2011: Preview and Predictions

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Published: September 17, 2011

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As the second round of pool play continues, Argentina prepares to battle Romania in the day's first match.  South Africa prepares to meet Fiji in the night cap.

But it's the match in the middle, between Australia and Ireland, that will prove to be the highlight of the day.

Here is a look at the day ahead and what to expect.

 

Argentina vs. Romania

With Scotland now 2-0, this match has turned into an absolute must win for both Argentina and Romania if either squad plans on advancing to the quarter finals.

Romania comes into the match as the underdog but by no means the long shot.  The Oaks posses a tough scrum and along with good forward play are effective in line outs.

They have changed their lineup a bit for this match, namely, benching Marin Dumbrava. Dumbrava missed two penalty kicks in Romania's loss against Scotland.

Likewise, Argentina will be benching their captain Felipe Contepomi due to a rib injury, along with a handful of other players.

Argentina also plays with strong forwards, and after finishing third in the 2007 World Cup, they may have the advantage with confidence.  The last time these two nations met, Argentina won 50-3. That was in 2003.

Prediction: In Argentina's last match against England, they nearly won, ultimately falling short by three points.  On paper, the Pumas are right up there with the rugby elite and they won't drop a game to Romania.  Argentina wins 16-10.

 

Australia vs. Ireland

The day's second match between Australia and Ireland is the one to watch because of the history between the teams and their respective skill.

In the 1991 World Cup quarter finals, Australia beat Ireland by a single point in what many have called one of the greatest matches of all time.

Australia has to be looking at this match...
Article Source: Bleacher Report - Rugby Union

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