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- Connor Pritcharo of Zimbabwe challenged by Ladipo Azeez Olaitan of Nigeria during the 2019 Rugby Africa Mens 7s match between Nigeria and Zimbabwe at the Bosman Stadium, Brakpan on the 08 November 2019
- Gaan Oneill of Zimbabwe challenges Samaila Nihu Ibrahim of Nigeria during the 2019 Rugby Africa Mens 7s match between Nigeria and Zimbabwe at the Bosman Stadium, Brakpan on the 08 November 2019
- Bavyo Soualio of Ivory Coast challenged by Andrew Amonde of Kenya during the 2019 Rugby Africa Mens 7s match between Ivory Coast and Kenya at the Bosman Stadium, Brakpan on the 08 November 2019
- Yaurice Benjamin Richard of Ivory Coast challenged by Bush Mwale of Kenya during the 2019 Rugby Africa Mens 7s match between Ivory Coast and Kenya at the Bosman Stadium, Brakpan on the 08 November 2019
- Ocen Levis of Uganda challenged by Naigrot Florian of Mauritius during the 2019 Rugby Africa Mens 7s match between Uganda and Mauritius at the Bosman Stadium, Brakpan on the 08 November 2019
- Naigrot Florian of Mauritius challenged by Ogena Pius of Uganda during the 2019 Rugby Africa Mens 7s match between Uganda and Mauritius at the Bosman Stadium, Brakpan on the 08 November 2019
- Munyani Ian of Uganda challenged by Rodber Zac of Mauritius during the 2019 Rugby Africa Mens 7s match between Uganda and Mauritius at the Bosman Stadium, Brakpan on the 08 November 2019
- Ferrat Etienne of Maritius challenged by Ocen Levis of Uganda during the 2019 Rugby Africa Mens 7s match between Uganda and Mauritius at the Bosman Stadium, Brakpan on the 08 November 2019
- Mbolahaiza Fzangcois of Madagascar challenged by Dent Patrick of Botswana during the 2019 Rugby Africa Mens 7s match between Madagascar and Botswana at the Bosman Stadium, Brakpan on the 08 November 2019
- Solomampionona Marinandazana of Madagascar during the 2019 Rugby Africa Mens 7s match between Madagascar and Botswana at the Bosman Stadium, Brakpan on the 08 November 2019
- Rabenazivo Bozgia of Madagascar challenged by Kagiso Molefhi of Botswana during the 2019 Rugby Africa Mens 7s match between Madagascar and Botswana at the Bosman Stadium, Brakpan on the 08 November 2019
- Lawrence Kaushiku of Zambia challenged by Michael Acquaye of Ghana during the 2019 Rugby Africa Mens 7s match between Ghana and Zambia at the Bosman Stadium, Brakpan on the 08 November 2019
- Laston Mukosa of Zambia during the 2019 Rugby Africa Mens 7s match between Ghana and Zambia at the Bosman Stadium, Brakpan on the 08 November 2019
- Calestus Bosoka of Ghana challenged by Masabo Mike of Zambia during the 2019 Rugby Africa Mens 7s match between Ghana and Zambia at the Bosman Stadium, Brakpan on the 08 November 2019
- Kofi Montchon of Ghana challenged by Masabo Mike of Zambia during the 2019 Rugby Africa Mens 7s match between Ghana and Zambia at the Bosman Stadium, Brakpan on the 08 November 2019
- Muharua Katjyeko of Namibia challenged by Bilal Soken of Tunisia during the 2019 Rugby Africa Mens 7s match between Tunisia and Namibia at the Bosman Stadium, Brakpan on the 08 November 2019
- Sami Nensi of Tunisia during the 2019 Rugby Africa Mens 7s match between Tunisia and Namibia at the Bosman Stadium, Brakpan on the 08 November
- Bilal Soken of Tunisia challenged by Muharua Katjyeko of Namibia during the 2019 Rugby Africa Mens 7s match between Tunisia and Namibia at the Bosman Stadium, Brakpan on the 08 November 2019
- Boulahcen Meddi of Morocco challenged by Dia Ibrahima of Senegal during the 2019 Rugby Africa Mens 7s match between Senegal and Morocco at the Bosman Stadium, Brakpan on the 08 November 2019
- Boulahcen Meddi of Morocco challenged by Dia Ibrahima of Senegal during the 2019 Rugby Africa Mens 7s match between Senegal and Morocco at the Bosman Stadium, Brakpan on the 08 November 2019
- Ndong Stephane Thiour of Senegal challenges El Kadiri Naapap of Morocco during the 2019 Rugby Africa Mens 7s match between Senegal and Morocco at the Bosman Stadium, Brakpan on the 08 November 2019
- Gaan Oneill of Zimbabwe challenged by Joseph Favour of Nigeria during the 2019 Rugby Africa Mens 7s match between Nigeria and Zimbabwe at the Bosman Stadium, Brakpan on the 08 November 2019
- Kwaicwashe Chiwanza of Zimbabwe challenged by Joseph Favour of Nigeria during the 2019 Rugby Africa Mens 7s match between Nigeria and Zimbabwe at the Bosman Stadium, Brakpan on the 08 November 2019
- Taknozwa Kumadibo of Zimbabwe challenged by Ladipo Azeez Olaitan of Nigeria during the 2019 Rugby Africa Mens 7s match between Nigeria and Zimbabwe at the Bosman Stadium, Brakpan on the 08 November 2019
- Gerswin Monton of Namibia challenged by Wokorach Philip of Uganda during the 2019 Rugby Africa Mens 7s match between Namibia and Uganda at the Bosman Stadium, Brakpan on the 08 November 2019
- Micheal Okorach of Uganda challenged by Adriaan Booysen (r) and Elmarco Beukes of Namibia during the 2019 Rugby Africa Mens 7s match between Namibia and Uganda at the Bosman Stadium, Brakpan on the 08 November 2019
- Lom Abdoul of Senegal challenged by Oscar Dennis of Kenya during the 2019 Rugby Africa Mens 7s match between Kenya and Senegal at the Bosman Stadium, Brakpan on the 08 November 2019
- Nelson Oyoo of Kenya challenged by Diaby Ibrahima of Senegal during the 2019 Rugby Africa Mens 7s match between Kenya and Senegal at the Bosman Stadium, Brakpan on the 08 November 2019
- Nelson Oyoo of Kenya challenged by Diaby Ibrahima of Senegal during the 2019 Rugby Africa Mens 7s match between Kenya and Senegal at the Bosman Stadium, Brakpan on the 08 November 2019
- Lom Abdoul of Senegal tackles Andrew Amonde of Kenya during the 2019 Rugby Africa Mens 7s match between Kenya and Senegal at the Bosman Stadium, Brakpan on the 08 November 2019
- Andrew Amonde of Kenya challenged by Ibrahima of Senegal during the 2019 Rugby Africa Mens 7s match between Kenya and Senegal at the Bosman Stadium, Brakpan on the 08 November 2019
- Taabu Daniel of Kenya challenged by Abdousy of Senegal during the 2019 Rugby Africa Mens 7s match between Kenya and Senegal at the Bosman Stadium, Brakpan on the 08 November 2019
- Masego Moalosi of Botswana challenged by Camara Adama (r) and Bhuyoko Soualio (l) of Ivory Coast during the 2019 Rugby Africa Mens 7s match between Botswana and Ivory Coast at the Bosman Stadium, Brakpan on the 08 November 2019
- Agholor Issac Chukwyem of Nigeria challenged by Andoniaina Safdy (l) and Rabealala Baiuface of Madagascar (r) during the 2019 Rugby Africa Mens 7s match between Nigeria and Madagascar at the Bosman Stadium, Brakpan on the 08 November 2019
- Declan Chinedo Nwachukwu of Nigeria challenged by Mbolahaiza Fzangcois of Madagascar during the 2019 Rugby Africa Mens 7s match between Madagascar and Nigeria at the Bosman Stadium, Brakpan on the 08 November 2019
- Kasito Adrian of Uganda challenged by Babacar Ba of Senegal during the 2019 Rugby Africa Mens 7s match between Senegal and Uganda at the Bosman Stadium, Brakpan on the 08 November 2019
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2019 Rugby Africa Men’s Sevens gets off to a fascinating start
The fourteen participating African teams started their journey towards the Tokyo 2020 Olympics as the first day of the 2019 Rugby Africa Men’s Sevens kicked off in Johannesburg, South Africa
The matches are set to continue on Saturday, November 9, as the best teams compete for a chance to win a spot at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics
The first day of Africa Men's Sevens tournament which is sponsored by Société Général has come to an end in the city of Johannesburg, South Africa. The tournament is hosted by the South African Rugby Union and organised by Rugby Africa.
14 teams were in action as they looked to secure a place at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics and the World Rugby Sevens Series.
The defending champions Zimbabwe began their title defence with a victory over Nigeria in the first game of the day. The Southern Africans defeated Nigeria 24-21 in a tightly contested match.
Kenya, who are one of the favourites to win the tournament, also started their campaign with a win against Cote d’Ivoire. Nicknamed ‘Shujaa’, Kenya emerged 36-7 winners against the West Africans.
While Uganda produced a dominant performance to beat Mauritius 57-0, Madagascar defeated Botswana 38-12 in a battle between two Southern African teams.
Botswana's neighbours Zambia proved too strong for Ghana as they won 19-7, while Tunisia suffered a 26-21 defeat at the hands of Namibia.
The first-round matches concluded after Senegal recorded an impressive 29-17 victory against Morocco.
Tournament favourites Kenya and Zimbabwe were simply unstoppable on the day as they both recorded three wins out of three in order to keep their hopes of qualifying for the Olympic Games alive.
On the other hand, Mauritius’ hopes of reaching the global tournament ended as they succumbed to defeats to Ghana and Morocco having started the competition with a loss to Uganda.
While Cote d’Ivoire produced the shock of the day when they defeated a much-fancied Tunisia side 26-5 in an enthralling encounter.
The matches are set to continue on Saturday, November 9, as the best teams compete for a chance to win a spot at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics.
Reactions
Bronson Weir (Head Coach, Nigeria)
"We started well, but we became very sluggish which affected our performance. We have to pick it up for the remaining games. We have Zambia tomorrow and we have a couple of injuries. We also have a lot of things that we need to rectify."
Paul Feeney (Head Coach, Kenya)
"We were a bit sluggish in the beginning, but we improved and scored some good tries. Our passing was nice and crispy which was very pleasing to watch. We are playing Uganda tomorrow. We are facing stiff opposition."
Rouchaleon Christoph (Head Coach, Morocco)
"Honestly speaking we played badly today. We need to work harder as a team. Having said that, we are a new team. The team is still getting together. We managed to score tries, but at the same time we gave away soft tries. So, our tackling needs to improve."
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Connor Pritcharo of Zimbabwe challenged by Ladipo Azeez Olaitan of Nigeria during the 2019 Rugby Africa Mens 7s match between Nigeria and Zimbabwe at the Bosman Stadium, Brakpan on the 08 November 2019
Gaan Oneill of Zimbabwe challenges Samaila Nihu Ibrahim of Nigeria during the 2019 Rugby Africa Mens 7s match between Nigeria and Zimbabwe at the Bosman Stadium, Brakpan on the 08 November 2019
Bavyo Soualio of Ivory Coast challenged by Andrew Amonde of Kenya during the 2019 Rugby Africa Mens 7s match between Ivory Coast and Kenya at the Bosman Stadium, Brakpan on the 08 November 2019
Yaurice Benjamin Richard of Ivory Coast challenged by Bush Mwale of Kenya during the 2019 Rugby Africa Mens 7s match between Ivory Coast and Kenya at the Bosman Stadium, Brakpan on the 08 November 2019
Ocen Levis of Uganda challenged by Naigrot Florian of Mauritius during the 2019 Rugby Africa Mens 7s match between Uganda and Mauritius at the Bosman Stadium, Brakpan on the 08 November 2019
Naigrot Florian of Mauritius challenged by Ogena Pius of Uganda during the 2019 Rugby Africa Mens 7s match between Uganda and Mauritius at the Bosman Stadium, Brakpan on the 08 November 2019
Munyani Ian of Uganda challenged by Rodber Zac of Mauritius during the 2019 Rugby Africa Mens 7s match between Uganda and Mauritius at the Bosman Stadium, Brakpan on the 08 November 2019
Ferrat Etienne of Maritius challenged by Ocen Levis of Uganda during the 2019 Rugby Africa Mens 7s match between Uganda and Mauritius at the Bosman Stadium, Brakpan on the 08 November 2019
Mbolahaiza Fzangcois of Madagascar challenged by Dent Patrick of Botswana during the 2019 Rugby Africa Mens 7s match between Madagascar and Botswana at the Bosman Stadium, Brakpan on the 08 November 2019
Solomampionona Marinandazana of Madagascar during the 2019 Rugby Africa Mens 7s match between Madagascar and Botswana at the Bosman Stadium, Brakpan on the 08 November 2019
Rabenazivo Bozgia of Madagascar challenged by Kagiso Molefhi of Botswana during the 2019 Rugby Africa Mens 7s match between Madagascar and Botswana at the Bosman Stadium, Brakpan on the 08 November 2019
Lawrence Kaushiku of Zambia challenged by Michael Acquaye of Ghana during the 2019 Rugby Africa Mens 7s match between Ghana and Zambia at the Bosman Stadium, Brakpan on the 08 November 2019
Laston Mukosa of Zambia during the 2019 Rugby Africa Mens 7s match between Ghana and Zambia at the Bosman Stadium, Brakpan on the 08 November 2019
Calestus Bosoka of Ghana challenged by Masabo Mike of Zambia during the 2019 Rugby Africa Mens 7s match between Ghana and Zambia at the Bosman Stadium, Brakpan on the 08 November 2019
Kofi Montchon of Ghana challenged by Masabo Mike of Zambia during the 2019 Rugby Africa Mens 7s match between Ghana and Zambia at the Bosman Stadium, Brakpan on the 08 November 2019
Muharua Katjyeko of Namibia challenged by Bilal Soken of Tunisia during the 2019 Rugby Africa Mens 7s match between Tunisia and Namibia at the Bosman Stadium, Brakpan on the 08 November 2019
Sami Nensi of Tunisia during the 2019 Rugby Africa Mens 7s match between Tunisia and Namibia at the Bosman Stadium, Brakpan on the 08 November
Bilal Soken of Tunisia challenged by Muharua Katjyeko of Namibia during the 2019 Rugby Africa Mens 7s match between Tunisia and Namibia at the Bosman Stadium, Brakpan on the 08 November 2019
Boulahcen Meddi of Morocco challenged by Dia Ibrahima of Senegal during the 2019 Rugby Africa Mens 7s match between Senegal and Morocco at the Bosman Stadium, Brakpan on the 08 November 2019
Boulahcen Meddi of Morocco challenged by Dia Ibrahima of Senegal during the 2019 Rugby Africa Mens 7s match between Senegal and Morocco at the Bosman Stadium, Brakpan on the 08 November 2019
Ndong Stephane Thiour of Senegal challenges El Kadiri Naapap of Morocco during the 2019 Rugby Africa Mens 7s match between Senegal and Morocco at the Bosman Stadium, Brakpan on the 08 November 2019
Gaan Oneill of Zimbabwe challenged by Joseph Favour of Nigeria during the 2019 Rugby Africa Mens 7s match between Nigeria and Zimbabwe at the Bosman Stadium, Brakpan on the 08 November 2019
Kwaicwashe Chiwanza of Zimbabwe challenged by Joseph Favour of Nigeria during the 2019 Rugby Africa Mens 7s match between Nigeria and Zimbabwe at the Bosman Stadium, Brakpan on the 08 November 2019
Taknozwa Kumadibo of Zimbabwe challenged by Ladipo Azeez Olaitan of Nigeria during the 2019 Rugby Africa Mens 7s match between Nigeria and Zimbabwe at the Bosman Stadium, Brakpan on the 08 November 2019
Gerswin Monton of Namibia challenged by Wokorach Philip of Uganda during the 2019 Rugby Africa Mens 7s match between Namibia and Uganda at the Bosman Stadium, Brakpan on the 08 November 2019
Micheal Okorach of Uganda challenged by Adriaan Booysen (r) and Elmarco Beukes of Namibia during the 2019 Rugby Africa Mens 7s match between Namibia and Uganda at the Bosman Stadium, Brakpan on the 08 November 2019
Lom Abdoul of Senegal challenged by Oscar Dennis of Kenya during the 2019 Rugby Africa Mens 7s match between Kenya and Senegal at the Bosman Stadium, Brakpan on the 08 November 2019
Nelson Oyoo of Kenya challenged by Diaby Ibrahima of Senegal during the 2019 Rugby Africa Mens 7s match between Kenya and Senegal at the Bosman Stadium, Brakpan on the 08 November 2019
Nelson Oyoo of Kenya challenged by Diaby Ibrahima of Senegal during the 2019 Rugby Africa Mens 7s match between Kenya and Senegal at the Bosman Stadium, Brakpan on the 08 November 2019
Lom Abdoul of Senegal tackles Andrew Amonde of Kenya during the 2019 Rugby Africa Mens 7s match between Kenya and Senegal at the Bosman Stadium, Brakpan on the 08 November 2019
Andrew Amonde of Kenya challenged by Ibrahima of Senegal during the 2019 Rugby Africa Mens 7s match between Kenya and Senegal at the Bosman Stadium, Brakpan on the 08 November 2019
Taabu Daniel of Kenya challenged by Abdousy of Senegal during the 2019 Rugby Africa Mens 7s match between Kenya and Senegal at the Bosman Stadium, Brakpan on the 08 November 2019
Masego Moalosi of Botswana challenged by Camara Adama (r) and Bhuyoko Soualio (l) of Ivory Coast during the 2019 Rugby Africa Mens 7s match between Botswana and Ivory Coast at the Bosman Stadium, Brakpan on the 08 November 2019
Agholor Issac Chukwyem of Nigeria challenged by Andoniaina Safdy (l) and Rabealala Baiuface of Madagascar (r) during the 2019 Rugby Africa Mens 7s match between Nigeria and Madagascar at the Bosman Stadium, Brakpan on the 08 November 2019
Declan Chinedo Nwachukwu of Nigeria challenged by Mbolahaiza Fzangcois of Madagascar during the 2019 Rugby Africa Mens 7s match between Madagascar and Nigeria at the Bosman Stadium, Brakpan on the 08 November 2019
Kasito Adrian of Uganda challenged by Babacar Ba of Senegal during the 2019 Rugby Africa Mens 7s match between Senegal and Uganda at the Bosman Stadium, Brakpan on the 08 November 2019
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