Rugby World Cup Highlights: Pool D - Japan v Samoa

by The TRU Team Friday 29 September 2023

Japan managed to overcome a stern resistance from a 14-man Samoa side as they sealed a 28-22 victory to keep their hope of quarter-final alive. Here are the highlights from the Pool D encounter.

Japan backs Eddie Jones to continue as head coach through the 2027 Rugby World Cup.

Eddie Jones backed to lead Japan into 2027 World Cup

11 December 2025

Samoa draw 13-13 with Belgium and qualify for Rugby World Cup 2027 as final team.

Samoa secure World Cup 2027 spot after dramatic draw

19 November 2025

Last-gasp Evans kick can lift Wales while Eddie Jones slams late defeat

17 November 2025

Eddie Jones blames Japan’s loss to Ireland on missed chances and knock-on call.

Eddie Jones slams referee Gianluca Gnecchi over knock-on call

10 November 2025

Ireland crush Japan 41-10 at Aviva Stadium

08 November 2025

Ireland captain Caelan Doris says six-month break made him mentally stronger ahead of Japan Test.

Doris mentally stronger after six-month injury layoff

07 November 2025

Ireland name side for Japan Test

06 November 2025

Eddie Jones says Japan aim to top their 2015 upset as they prepare to face South Africa.

Eddie Jones backs Japan to surpass Brighton win

31 October 2025

Rugby World Cup Highlights: Pool D - Japan v Samoa

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