A pal of Springbok Manie Libbok has defended him against criticism after his missed penalty kick against Argentina on Saturday.
has defended him against criticism following the Springboks’ loss against Argentina over the weekend.
“Kicking out of hand, the options he takes, timing and execution of passing, his acceleration – all unmatched.” He continued: “I don’t think the game should have come down to the wire with one man kicking it over. There were lots of opportunities where we lost the ball in lineouts, giving away penalties in their 22.
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