The Bulls say they are not going to underestimate the Lions, who pose a real threat in set-pieces and counter-attacks.
The Bulls hail the Lions as a "full 80-minute team" that cannot be underestimated in set-pieces and counter-attacks.Bulls loose forward Marcell Coetzee described the Lions as a “full 80-minute team” that they cannot afford to underestimate come their first United Rugby Championship derby this weekend.
The teams clash in Johannesburg on Saturday fresh from convincing home wins against European opponents in European competitions . “The Lions were unlucky in certain games they played but they play from a strong set-piece. They also attack and counter-attack well. We respect them first and it won’t be easy.”
“I’ve been following the Lions this season and they have grown as a squad. They have variations and threats all over the park. We need to go for a full 80 if we want success against these guys.”Now they can build momentum in the URC and the Challenge Cup, which they do not undervalue.
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