Good line out win and they maul it

Germany win their line out and are well contested but manage to clear after winning a penalty

Sinoti Sinoti tackled into touch in the Germany 22

Germany collect but Samoa turn it early on and Perez takes it up

Samoa set to kick off

The sides are out and its time for the Anthems

Welcome to the first of a 2 match Rugby World Cup Qualifier. It has been a controversial and much publicised road to this point but the stage is set at Apia Parkas Samoa and Germany clash with Japan 2019 firmly in their sights.

Should be a solid match up!

C'mon Germany 🇩🇪

Come on Germany