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| # | Team | PL | W | L | D | PD | BP | PTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Samoa | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 56 | 2 | 10 |
| 2 |  Belgium | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 10 | 1 | 09 |
| 3 |  Namibia | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | -25 | 1 | 01 |
| 4 |  Brazil | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | -41 | 1 | 01 |
Namibia and Brazil meet in a crucial fixture that is now rendered pointless in terms of qualification.
For Namibia, this match is about proving they are still one of a Tier 2 force and won’t want to be caught out by a progressive but self destructive Brazil.
For Brazil — still developing fast and eager to show they belong on this stage — it’s a chance to make a statement, challenge a traditionally stronger nation, and demonstrate the evolution of Os Tupis on the international scene.
This is a clash of contrasting styles, histories, and rugby cultures — and that’s what makes it compelling.
Namibia arrive with a point to prove.
After a disappointing performances in their two matches of the tournament, the Welwitschias are under pressure to stabilise, regain control of their game, and show the physical dominance they are known for.
What they bring:
A traditionally strong scrum
Powerful ball carriers in the pack
Good maul fundamentals
A more experienced test match group
What they must improve:
Discipline
Handling under pressure
Game-management in tight moments
If Namibia play at their best, they can dictate terms. But the margin for error is thinner than it used to be.
Brazil come into this match as the underdogs, but also buoyed by running Belgium really close in the previous game.
Their growth over the last decade — especially in athleticism, professionalism and tactical structure — has been noticeable.
What they bring:
Exciting backline pace
Unpredictability in broken field
Strong kicking options
A fearless approach against higher-ranked sides
Their challenge:
Set-piece consistency
Connecting the forwards and the backs. They build a platform but struggle to execute the connection to the backline.
Maintaining intensity for 80 minutes
Avoiding giving up territory through penalties
Brazil will believe that if they can keep the game loose, fast, and wide — they have the athletes to trouble Namibia.
Namibia’s path to victory is built on fundamentals:
Dominate the scrum and lineout
Slow the game down when needed
Win gainline collisions
Force Brazil into playing from deep
Use the maul to create pressure and penalties
If Namibia can turn this into a structured, physical contest, they will feel confident.
Brazil’s chances grow dramatically if they:
Keep tempo high
Use their kicking game to stretch Namibia
Avoid long sequences of defence inside their own half
Target space wider than the Namibia midfield
Force Namibia to defend at speed
If this becomes expansive, Brazil will believe they can run Namibia into mistakes.
Louis van der Westhuizen – Hooker and Captain will be called upon to control the team and the forward platform to get the ball into the backline
Andre Van Der Berg– must control tempo and the defensive line. The physical presence in the 13 shirt is crucial
Raff Hollister – Stepping into 13 and only new to the squad. Playing rugby in England too, looks a real find!
Lucas Spago – he will have to control the game from start to finish, with no mistakes to give Brazil the platform they need
Early scrums: immediate indicator of control
Brazil’s exit strategy: if it falters, Namibia will dominate field position
Penalty count: one team will pressure, the other will crack
Second half fitness: Namibia rely on power; Brazil rely on pace — the battle of attrition could be decisive
Namibia enter as favourites due to experience, physicality, and their traditional strengths in the set-piece.
But Brazil have the tools to turn this into a far closer contest than many expect.
Prediction: Namibia by 8–14 points, with Brazil pushing hard and possibly leading spells of the match if they can speed up the tempo.
Talking Point: Will Namibia’s set-piece superiority decide the match early, or can Brazil’s pace and unpredictability throw a real upset?
