World Cup: Despite typhoon Hagibis, Scotland insists on playing against Japan – Rugby – World

After suffering a nice fuss from Japanese coach Jamie Joseph, the Scottish selection was welcomed Friday night by a guard of honor staff in his hotel in Yokohama. Hardly had he put his package in his room than, less than half an hour later, Gregor Townsend was facing a press eager to hear him. React, first, to the words of the Japanese coach who ensures that "Brave Blossoms" are worn by a whole people while the Scots would be moved by the fear of being ridiculous. Affable, the Scottish coach retorted: "It made me laugh. Some coaches use the press to deliver messages … " Like to return the pressure.