Scotland beat Japan to make it back-to-back wins in WXV 2

Scotland made it two wins from as many games in their WXV 2 campaign with a 19-13 victory over Japan in Cape Town.

After beating Italy 19-0 in their opener last weekend, Bryan Easson’s side were forced to grind out a result as Japan repeatedly threatened a comeback.

Francesca McGhie crossed in the second minute to put Scotland ahead, with Helen Nelson kicking the extras.

Swys De Bruin on facing Australia in WXV 2

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Swys De Bruin on facing Australia in WXV 2

Seina Saito responded with a try after 28 minutes but Scotland led 12-5 at the break as Alex Stewart went over shortly before the interval.

Ayasa Otsuka kicked a 57th-minute penalty but Scotland looked to be out of sight when Rhona Lloyd’s try six minutes later was converted by Meryl Smith.

However, Japan captain Iroha Nagata crossed with 14 minutes left to close the gap to six points, although Scotland were able to hang on.

Fixture

WXV 2

Japan Women

13 - 19

Full-time

Scotland Women

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