There is so much to be said about the world cup final. Already the internet is full of those blasting the Ref or gloating about the victory. Praise should be heaped on both sides as it was a "real" final full of all the tension and thrills a final should have.
But to me there was one thing that really stuck in my mind. What other team in the world could go through four players in the 10 position? This is a key position and a team that is strong in this position will so often have success. But honestly four in a single tournament, three in the sudden death phase! unreal!
For this we must look at the insight shown by the coaching staff. Perhaps a lesson may be learnt in regards to consistency in coaching. John Mitchell was often remembered for his use of the word "journey". To me we have just witnessed a true rugby journey one travelled by the coaches, the players and most certainly the diehard fans.
Coaching is a tough game. Some are good, some are great, some just need a chance but with all of these the whole team needs to believe and then their journeys can begin.
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