The Chilean franchise lost 20-22 to the Olimpia Lions on its debut in the competition. Next week he will have a new opportunity against Cobras Brasil XV.
“It’s always important to start on the right foot and win the first game. SLAR are super good at playing, getting minutes, fine-tuning details and seeing where we are weak in the squad to go to the standings in July. This league is very good for us”, indicated Ignacio Silva, captain of the Selkman, on the eve of the debut of the national franchise against the Paraguayan Olimpia Lions. However, things did not go as they wished and victory went to the Guarani team by a narrow 22-20.
The Elías Figueroa stadium was the scene of the match, which had a breathtaking result. In any case, the big difference was made by the visiting team, who were better in the scrum and placed the national cast close to their area, but without the efficiency that reflected this wide area.
The national team gradually got into the game and with a to try by Rodrigo Fernandez , after the help of Matías Garafulic, managed to get closer to the scoreboard. Either way, the Chilean franchise entered the break falling 7-13.
In the second half, Selknam continued their good time, but the visit again stretched their advantage and defended the scoreboard. A to try from Matías Dittus and a penalty from Francisco Urroz overturned the game, but a penalty from Walter handed the victory to the hardened Paraguayan team, who thus signed their first victory in SLAR.
Next Saturday, at 3:54 p.m., the cast led by Nicolás Bruzzone will face Cobras Brasil XV on the same stage.
In other results of the day, Peñarol beat Cobras 19-10 and Jaguares XV beat Cafetaleros 33-22.
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