The Junior Springboks are preparing to face a formidable Argentinean side in their final SANZAAR tournament match, and assistant coach Lumumba Currie is optimistic about the team’s prospects. Following a disappointing 24-19 loss to Australia and a 13-all draw with New Zealand in previous matches, the Junior Boks are eager to conclude the tournament on a positive note.
Currie has stated that the team has been diligently working on refining their game and addressing the mistakes that proved costly in their match against Australia. He highlighted the challenging nature of the upcoming match against Argentina, particularly emphasizing their well-drilled team and formidable pack of forwards.
A key focus for the Junior Boks is their set piece play, along with the improvement of their discipline and securing possession more effectively. Currie has emphasized the importance of capitalizing on scoring opportunities and executing their game plan with precision, aspects that have been the focus of their training sessions.
Despite showing potential in their previous matches, Currie believes that there is room for significant improvement. He stressed the need to create better momentum and provide the backline with a stable platform to unleash their attacking capabilities.
The highly anticipated match is scheduled to kick off at 13:30 and will be broadcast live on SuperSport, offering fans the chance to support the Junior Boks as they aim for a strong finish in the tournament.