Coach Gregor Townsend has instilled confidence in his team that they can beat New Zealand for the first time ever, after their 85-0 win over the United States at Murrayfield. The victory marked Scotland's biggest-ever win in a 100-year history of playing at the stadium.
Townsend, who is set to face the All Blacks on Saturday, described the match against the Americans as "huge" and praised his team for their cohesive performance, which included hat-tricks from Darcy Graham and Jamie Dobie. The coach acknowledged that the win was crucial in building momentum for the upcoming match against New Zealand.
Scotland's players are now optimistic about their chances of defeating the All Blacks, who have traditionally dominated Scotland. However, Townsend is aware that this will be a much bigger challenge for his team, who will be significantly changed by next week's game.
With key players absent from the United States match due to being outside the designated Test window, the Scots were ruthless in their victory and dismantled their opponents with 13 tries. The coach praised the team's effort and physicality, acknowledging that they worked hard for each other.
Townsend is aware that the upcoming match against New Zealand will be a much bigger challenge but is confident that his players can deliver an 80-minute performance. He believes that the experience of playing the Americans, who were outclassed in all departments, has been beneficial to his team and that they have taken confidence from their win.
The Scotland coach concluded by saying that there's no reason why his team can't beat New Zealand and that he is up for the challenge. With this confidence boosted from their victory against the United States, Scotland are now more determined than ever to take down the All Blacks in what promises to be an enthralling match.
Townsend, who is set to face the All Blacks on Saturday, described the match against the Americans as "huge" and praised his team for their cohesive performance, which included hat-tricks from Darcy Graham and Jamie Dobie. The coach acknowledged that the win was crucial in building momentum for the upcoming match against New Zealand.
Scotland's players are now optimistic about their chances of defeating the All Blacks, who have traditionally dominated Scotland. However, Townsend is aware that this will be a much bigger challenge for his team, who will be significantly changed by next week's game.
With key players absent from the United States match due to being outside the designated Test window, the Scots were ruthless in their victory and dismantled their opponents with 13 tries. The coach praised the team's effort and physicality, acknowledging that they worked hard for each other.
Townsend is aware that the upcoming match against New Zealand will be a much bigger challenge but is confident that his players can deliver an 80-minute performance. He believes that the experience of playing the Americans, who were outclassed in all departments, has been beneficial to his team and that they have taken confidence from their win.
The Scotland coach concluded by saying that there's no reason why his team can't beat New Zealand and that he is up for the challenge. With this confidence boosted from their victory against the United States, Scotland are now more determined than ever to take down the All Blacks in what promises to be an enthralling match.
I mean, Townsend's confidence is great and all but the All Blacks have been unbeatable for ages, right? But then again, Scotland did just beat the US 85-0 which is crazy so maybe that win will give them the boost they need 
. I don't know, it's all so up in the air 
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coach townsend is low-key genius and his team played soooo well together 
but i'm totes rooting for scotland, they deserve it after that epic win against the usa 
. Those guys are like the ultimate rugby team and it's gonna take a lot for Scotland to come out on top 
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. And who knows, maybe we'll see Scotland pulling off an upset 
It's amazing how the game has evolved, but some things remain the same... like the rivalry between Scotland & NZ 
. I'm loving this newfound confidence from Townsend & his team! They've got a real chance of pulling off an upset, especially after dismantling the US 85-0 
. Still, I've got faith in Townsend & his lads! They've worked hard for each other & have shown some incredible skill on the pitch. Bring it on! 
Scotland's squad will be significantly different next week and they'll have to bring their A-game against the best team in the world. Townsend says his players are confident, but we all know how that often ends 
I'm literally shaking with excitement!!! Coach Townsend has got his team FREAKING OUT for a reason! 
and that game marked scotland's biggest win ever at murrayfield lol what an incredible feeling to play in front of such a massive crowd 
their chances are looking way better than they did before 
it would be insane if they can beat the all blacks this time round!! 
. They can't keep up that level of performance against one of the best teams in the world. Time to put their money where their mouth is 
and his team's confidence is on 
Darcy Graham and Jamie Dobie are like the dynamic duo of Scottish rugby 
. The All Blacks better watch out, or they'll be saying "you can't beat us" 
... just kidding, it's gonna be a 100% loss for NZ 
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. still, with Coach Townsend's confidence and team morale high, anything is possible 
. Bring it on NZ 
They just beat the US 85-0 and thought that was huge? 
I'm not convinced this win was as big a deal as everyone's making it out to be.
. And now they're gonna go up against the All Blacks? Please, like they got a shot 
. Have you seen the lineup for that match against NZ? It looks like some of their top players are still out recovering from injuries 
. I think it's all about confidence now - they've got this momentum going, and who knows, maybe they can pull off the upset