The national franchise lost 31-3 on the fifth date of the continental tournament. Thus, he remains in second place for the second round of the contest.
On the fifth day of the Super League, the two best teams in the tournament were measured. A stellar close for the first round, since this encounter would define the leader of the contest. And Selknam couldn’t celebrate. It was a difficult match, with a lot of contact and two completely different times, which ended up giving the victory to Penarol by 31 to 3 .
Both teams had 14 points and just one loss in the tournament . While the Chileans had just beaten the Cafeteros in agonizing fashion, the Uruguayans had beaten the Jaguares of Argentina on the previous date. This is why, in the beginning, the duel was a clash of powers.
A brave first half, with lots of contact and use of the foot , where the two sought to corner their rival, which the defenses contained precisely. It caused it after only 20 minutes of play, the scratch was broken . It is thanks to a shot between the sticks of Francisco Urroz. An advantage for the Chileans that did not last long.
Peñarol quickly began to gain ground and dominate meeting points and set formations. A manhandle from 22 meters gave the momentary advantage to the charrúas, who from then on never forgave.
Already in the second half, the Uruguayan domain increased and the attackers of Peñarol gave a class of rugby. An irrepressible level for the Chilean team, which again found in his defense the highlight of the day .
Selknam therefore occupies second place in the standings after the first round and will have to wait until the end of the month to replay the American Super League of Rugby. On April 23, they will play against Olimpia at the Charrúa stadium in Montevideo .
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