- Strong physical style of play
- Strong defense
- Good mix of experience and youth
- Led by captain Siya Kolisi, who is one of the best players in the world
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South Africa (Rugby) info
The South Africa (Rugby) play their home games at Stade de Marseille, which opened in 1937 and is located in Marseille. The stadium holds 67394 fans.
Season outlook
The South Africa rugby team, also known as the Springboks, will be competing in their 10th Rugby World Cup in 2023. They are the current world champions, having won the 2019 Rugby World Cup in Japan.
The Springboks are known for their physical style of play and their strong defense. They have a strong squad with a good mix of experience and youth. The team is led by captain Siya Kolisi, who is one of the best players in the world. Other key players include Handré Pollard, Eben Etzebeth, and Pieter-Steph du Toit.
The Springboks will be playing their pool matches in France, Ireland, Scotland, Tonga and Romania. They are expected to top their pool and progress to the knockout stages. In the knockout stages, they will face some tough competition from teams such as New Zealand, England, and Australia.
Here is a more detailed look at the Springboks' strengths and weaknesses:
Strengths:
Weaknesses:
- They have a strong home record, having won their last 10 tests at home.
- They have a good record against European teams, having won 10 of their last 15 tests against them.
- They have a number of experienced players in their squad, including Kolisi, Pollard, Etzebeth, and du Toit.
If South Africa can play to their potential, they could win the 2023 Rugby World Cup. They will need to be at their best, but they have the talent and potential to do so.