Scotland vs Tonga Preview & Prediction | 2023 Rugby World Cup | Pool Stage
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THE FACTS
When is Scotland vs Tonga on and what time does it start? Scotland vs Tonga will take place on Sunday 24th September, 2023 – 16:45 (UK)
Where is Scotland vs Tonga taking place? Scotland vs Tonga will take place Allianz Riviera in Nice, France
Where can I get tickets for Scotland vs Tonga? Click here for the latest ticket information for Scotland vs Tonga
What channel is Scotland vs Tonga on in the UK? Scotland vs Tonga will be televised live on ITV
Where can I stream Scotland vs Tonga in the UK? Scotland vs Tonga can be streamed live on ITVX
THE SQUADS
SCOTLAND
Starting 15: Blair Kinghorn, Kyle Steyn, Chris Harris, Sione Tuipulotu, Duhan van der Merwe, Finn Russell, Ben White, Rory Sutherland, Geroge Turner, Zander Fagerson, Richie Gray, Scott Cummings, Jamie Ritchie, Rory Darge, Jack Dempsey
Replacements: Ewan Ashman, Pierre Schoeman, WP Nel, Sam Skinner, Matt Fagerson, George Horne, Huw Jones, Darcy Graham
TONGA
Starting 15: Salesi Piutau, Solomone Kata, Malakai Fekitoa, Pita Ahki, Afusipa Taumoepeau, William Havili, Augustine Pulu, Vaea Fifita, Sione Talitui, Tanginoa Halaifonua, Sam Lousi, Halaleva Fifita, Ben Tameifuna, Paula Ngauamo, Siegfried Fisi'ihoi
Replacements: Sam Moli, Tau Koloamatangi, Sosefo Apikotoa, Adam Coleman, Semisi Paea, Sione Vailanu, Sonatane Takulua, Patrick Pellegrini
THE LOWDOWN
SCOTLAND
Scotland were valiant in their clash with South Africa but came up short as they failed to find a way to cross the whitewash. That 18-3 loss was by no means a disgrace but they will need to respond on the back of a week off for this clash with Tonga.
TONGA
Tonga were on the end of a hammering at the hands of Ireland in their opening game of the Rugby World Cup as they conceded 59 points. That defeat was not unexpected but this is a game they will have pinpointed as having a chance to win so will want to banish the memories of that defeat as quickly as possible.
THE PREDICTION
Scotland did a solid job of competing with reigning world champions South Africa and will hope to utilise that effort as they take on Tonga. Both will fancy their chances of winning this matchup but the Scots have performed to a consistent level of the past few years and should be too good.
BETTING TIP: Scotland -15
