Scotland Dominates Portugal with a 59-21 Victory in Autumn International Clash
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Scotland Dominates Portugal with a 59-21 Victory in Autumn International Clash

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Summary:

  • Scotland finished the match with a commanding 59-21 victory over Portugal.

  • Darcy Graham equaled the Scotland men's record for tries scored during the match.

  • Penalty try awarded to Scotland early in the match set the tone for their dominance.

  • Scotland's strong defensive strategy led to a 33-0 halftime lead.

  • Upcoming match against Australia on November 24.

Match Summary

Scotland faced off against Portugal in their third autumn international, showcasing a dominant performance that ended with a score of 59-21.

Scotland's Scorers:

  • Will Hurd
  • Stafford McDowall
  • Darcy Graham
  • Josh Bayliss
  • Jamie Bhatti
  • Arron Reed (2 tries)
  • Jamie Dobie
  • In addition, a penalty try was awarded to Scotland.

Portugal's Scorers:

  • Luka Begic
  • Samuel Marques
  • Raffaele Storti

Key Moments

  • Scotland opened the scoring with a penalty try, capitalizing on a Portuguese infraction.
  • Darcy Graham equaled the Scotland men's record for tries scored during the match, further solidifying his reputation as a key player.
  • The Scots demonstrated a strong defensive strategy, particularly in the first half, leading to a 33-0 scoreline at halftime.

Darcy Graham Darcy Graham celebrating his try

Looking Ahead

Scotland is set to complete their series against Australia on November 24. The team's performance in this match will undoubtedly boost their confidence as they prepare for the upcoming challenge.

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