Coach John Kirwan spoke of his pride in Japan's performance after they came within a whisker of winning only their second match in Rugby World Cup history. The Brave Blossoms led Canada from the 24th minute until the 79th but the match at McLean Park on Tuesday ended 23-23 - only the third draw in RWC history. "I think the boys played their hearts out, I'm very proud of them," said Kirwan. "They did a good job today and a win would have been great but I think that we just have to keep working hard.
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