Match Report: Shujaa’s Pool Stage Hopes Dwindle
Shujaa endured a tough opening day at the Vancouver Sevens, suffering back-to-back defeats in their pool matches against Argentina and France. The losses place Shujaa at the bottom of their pool, setting up a must-win clash against Great Britain at 10:58 PM EAT today.
Game 1: Shujaa 0-24 Argentina
Shujaa kicked off their Vancouver campaign against Argentina side, who showcased their dominance with a 24-0 victory. From the onset, Argentina controlled possession and dictated the pace of the match, keeping Shujaa on the back foot. Despite several promising breaks, Shujaa struggled to convert their opportunities into points, with handling errors and defensive lapses proving costly.
Game 2: Shujaa 7-33 France
In their second outing, Shujaa showed signs of improvement, getting on the scoreboard through an impressive try by Odongo—his first in Vancouver. Tony successfully added the conversion, providing a glimmer of hope. However, the French side responded with a clinical display to stretch the final score to 33-7.
Looking Ahead
With two losses in the bag, Shujaa sit at the bottom of their pool standings. Their final pool game against Great Britain is a crucial encounter, offering a chance to keep their tournament hopes alive.
