And this was just for starters.....

ANALYSIS of Ireland’s encouraging start to World Cup 2015 has to be put on temporary hold as a consequence of what Japan achieved in defeating the most experienced South African side ever fielded when the sides met at Brighton Community Stadium on Saturday.

And this was just for starters.....

Championship soccer outfit Brighton & Hove Albion never provided entertainment like this for the locals.

Japan’s electrifying 34-32 defeat of the two-time world champions has not only turned this tournament on its head but proved that with the right attitude and total belief, anything is possible.

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