The national men’s rugby 7s team secures a thrilling 21-19 victory against Japan, earning a spot in the semi-finals of the World Rugby Sevens Challenger Series in Dubai.
Kippei Taninaka opened the scoring for Japan, but Nygel Amaitsa’s impressive kick-and-chase equalized for Kenya. Tony Omondi’s conversion briefly put Shujaa in the lead, but Japan responded, leading 12-7 at halftime.
In a spirited comeback, Samuel Asati and Patrick Odongo scored for Kenya, securing a 21-19 win. Despite Festus Shiasi’s red card, Shujaa’s triumph sets the stage for an exciting semi-final appearance.
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