The Blues host the Western Force at Eden Park in Auckland on Saturday afternoon. Join The Roar for live scores and updates from 3:30pm (AEST).
The boys from the Western Australia have landed in New Zealand and they’re ready to blow through the city of Auckland.
Standing in their way are the Blues, a team that has been through countless losses and just one win so far this season.
It would be pretty easy to just dismiss this is a victory to the Force as the Blues haven’t showed much of anything in recent games.
However, teams in such a position like the Blues usually post the biggest threat and they’ll be looking to put a big stamp on today’s match.
At their home ground they won’t be giving an inch to the visiting Force.
They’ve only played each other eight times in their history and the Blues hold the edge with six wins, one loss and a draw.
Although the Blues season has been on the rocks with just one victory, they can take comfort in the fact that their only win did come at home.
While the Force are on the opposite end of the spectrum obtaining their one win against the Blues at North Harbor Stadium.
This will be a good game for both sides with the Blues being able to play spoilers to the other teams, and the Force, whom are far from just another push over team, have proven they can mix it with the top teams.
Expect some points to be scored between these two teams, as history has shown, especially for the Blues – when they are on their game they can run rampant.
Join The Roar for live scores and coverage from 3:30pm (AEST). If you are following the action live, be sure to share your thoughts on the match in the comments below.
Rugby Tragic
Guest
Hands off mate!
Rugby Tragic
Guest
Thanks Harry, has a few belated ones due to travelling .... but at what cost?.... Kaino and Piutau likely to be out for quite a few weeks
Highlander
Guest
Check out Ioane's stats for this game on ESPN Rugby - simply scary - and all of 19 years old
Taylorman
Guest
Finally a reasonable performance. Fell off a bit but the injuries not looking good. Ioane try and run a stunner. Didn't know he was that quick. Must push his brother close. Big future for them both.
Taylorman
Guest
Yeah was thinking that, just couldn't bring myself to say it. Nobody wins with that one...
Roy
Guest
isnt that the definition of INSANITY.... doing the same thing and expecting a different result???
Roy
Guest
Or the other team goes to sleep they have it that easy....
Roy
Guest
Agree... Why would you sign him for 3 years?? They are Dum! So Dumb you can't even spell it!
Roy
Guest
Hmm I think the blues turned off at 31-0... The force are not competitive, remember this is the 2 bottom teams. I wish the Force would not keep patting themselves on the back for TRYING HARD, This is not under 15 s. Where is Alby and Holmes....at least they can beat the line, have flair...the rest( other than DHP) are kidding themselves... Is Foley serious in selecting this as there best????
Harry Jones
Expert
Pop the corks, Rugby Tragic!!!!!!!!!
RobC
Roar Guru
Thanks Victoria! Haven't seen the game yet, but based on the stats Hodgo seems have a good match Ioane for the Blues had a blinder.
Demak
Guest
Under manned Force highlights lack of depth feel sorry for supporters the boys try hard but just not up to it ARU need to step up and help recruitment if the game is to expand in the west coast. The best run on team looks ok but lose a few and it is very thin
Mike
Guest
Well, at least 41-24 looks a lot better than 31-Nil.
Magnus
Guest
Woodcock has become a turnstile , age has finally caught him too
Aucklandlaurie
Guest
It always seems easier when a team gets to play on its home ground
Victoria Liu-Pearson
Roar Guru
Full time: Blues WIN 41-24. Over Force
Squirrel
Roar Rookie
Well done Force. Close game . Great to see the up and unders game plan. Foley is a genius.
Victoria Liu-Pearson
Roar Guru
I had mentioned before about big shorelines. 41-19
Matthew Skellett
Guest
Mmmmm I feel sorry for Mr Foley in a way only having a limited takent pool to pick from but winning only 1 game from 11? isnt a great read on your resume for your next prospective gig
Hume
Guest
Oh my, our team is utter rubbish, the worst NZ team is absolutely handing it t them and they (NZ) have had a number of guys leave the field with injuries.