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Seamus Kelly taking positives from Japan defeat
Seamus Kelly tells Sports Mole that he believes that USA left their best performance until last as they fell to a 10-point defeat against Japan in Gloucester.Oct 11, 23:33
Craig Wing praises "unreal" Japan supporters
Japan's Craig Wing heaps praise on his side's "loyal fans" for backing them throughout their memorable Rugby World Cup campaign, which ultimately ended in disappointment.Oct 11, 23:13
Mike Petri: 'USA will continue to develop'
USA will return stronger following their pointless 2015 Rugby World Cup campaign, scrum-half Mike Petri tells Sports Mole.Oct 11, 22:57
Interview: Japan assistant coach Steve Borthwick
Sports Mole speaks to Japan coach Steve Borthwick following his side's 28-18 victory over USA in Gloucester.Oct 11, 22:32
The Match
Match Report
Japan end their Rugby World Cup adventure with a 28-18 victory over USA at the Kingsholm Stadium in Gloucester.
Live Commentary
Take a look back at the final game of the pool stage with Sports Mole's text coverage of Japan's World Cup triumph over USA.
HT Report
Japan lead USA 17-8 at half time in the Rugby World Cup's final pool-phase fixture at the Kingsholm Stadium.
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