
Spain pushes past Canada 24-23 in men’s rugby test match
EDMONTON — Spain’s penalty kick on the final play of the game was enough to defeat the Canadian men’s rugby team 24-23 in Friday’s test match.
The host Canadians recovered from an 11-6 halftime deficit at Edmonton’s Clarke Stadium to take a 20-11 lead on the strength of two tries by Calgary’s Matt Oworu.
Peter Nelson of Dungannon, Northern Island, contributed 13 points from the tee for Canada, but Spain capitalized on a last-minute penalty to snatch the win.
López Bontempo’s 25-metre kick sealed the victory for the visitors.