Springboks humiliate Ireland in Dublin: Chaos and historic victory

Springboks Break the Curse in Dublin with an Epic Victory

In a match that will be etched in the memory of fans, South Africa’s Springboks defeated Ireland with a score of 23-14 in Dublin, marking their first victory in the city since 2012 and solidifying their position as the best team in the world. The match was absolute madness, a test match full of unexpected events and overflowing emotions. Ireland suffered four cards in the first half, even playing with only 12 men at one point. Rassie Erasmus, Springboks coach, strategy of substituting both props in a scrum near the Irish try line, resulted in a penalty try and a yellow card for the home team.

David Fitzgerald/Sportsfile via Getty ImagesThe atmosphere in the Aviva Stadium was electrifying, with smoke in the air and a moving performance of The Cranberries’ anthem “Zombie” before the start. The song, which resonated in Paris after Ireland’s victory over the Springboks in the World Cup, sought to rekindle memories and motivate the home team. From the start, the match was marked by intensity. Damian Willemse scored a spectacular try at four minutes, and despite some controversial decisions, such as the lack of a yellow card for Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu, the game continued at a frenetic pace.

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The first half was a rollercoaster of emotions, with disallowed tries and yellow cards. The Springboks went into halftime with a 19-7 lead, after a first half that lasted an hour. Ireland’s discipline was a key factor, accumulating 18 penalties in total.

Damian Willemse scored South Africa’s first try in Dublin. Charles McQuillan/Getty Images

The second half saw Ireland add some penalties and withstand the Springboks’ attack. Feinberg-Mngomezulu extended the lead for the South Africans. The Springboks continued to press, seeking to wear down Ireland with penalties and relentless physical play. In the final minutes, Ireland tried to close the score, but the South African defense held firm. The Springboks demonstrated remarkable physical superiority, leaving a mark on the Irish team.

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This triumph not only breaks a 13-year winless streak in Dublin for the Springboks, but also consolidates a successful season for the team. The pressure was on the South Africans, who responded with an exceptional performance. Malcolm Marx stood out, Feinberg-Mngomezulu overcame some difficult moments, and the team as a whole shone. Ireland showed character and resilience, but their lack of discipline and their play in physical contact cost them dearly. Coach Andy Farrell will have a lot to analyze after this match. In the end, the match was an unprecedented physical challenge, and the Springboks celebrated a historic victory in Dublin.