Spain had been waiting for this for more than 20 years! After their victory this Sunday against Portugal, the Spanish XV qualified for the next Rugby World Cup. It will take place in France, in 2023. A figure to realize the scope of the exploit: it will only be Spain’s second participation in this competition. The last time was in 1999.”It’s something huge, because rugby in Spain has little means“explains Mathieu Belie, the Spanish international and former USAP player.
For 10 years, it has worked very well. The federation, the players: everyone has turned their backs. It is the fulfillment of all this work. Me in 2023, I will be 35 years old. I will work very hard to be part of the selection at that time. It would be great to end my career on this
The Spaniards will be in Pool B of the competition, along with South Africa, Ireland, Scotland and another Asian nation, not yet qualified.