RWC 2019 – COMPLETE – Pool C Preview

Half of the Americas representation at the Rugby World Cup is contained in Pool C where both Argentina and the USA are found. Many have labeled it the ‘Pool of Death’ with both England and France also in search of a Quarter Final spot and Tonga playing the potential spoiler role. England’s form mark them as clear favorites to top the pool but second place is up for grabs with Saturday’s match between Los Pumas and Les Bleus of critical importance.

POOL C FIXTURES
Sat, Sept 21 – France vs Argentina – Ajinomoto Stadium, Tokyo
Sun, Sept 22 – England vs Tonga – Sapporo Dome, Sapporo
Thurs, Sept 26 – England vs USA – Misaki Stadium, Kobe
Sat, Sept 28 – Argentina vs Tonga – Hanazono Stadium, Osaka
Wed, Oct 2 – France vs USA – Hakatanomori Stadium, Fukuoka
Sat, Oct 5 – England vs Argentina – Ajinomoto Stadium, Tokyo
Sun, Oct 6 – France vs Tonga – Egao Kenko Stadium, Kumamoto
Wed, Oct 9 – Argentina vs USA – Rugby Stadium, Kumagaya
Sat, Oct 12 – England vs France – Nissan Stadium, Yokohama
Sun, Oct 13 – USA vs Tonga – Hanazono Stadium, Osaka

It has not been a smooth ride for Los Pumas since their Semi Final appearance four years ago. In fact it’s been quite the opposite with a very poor record shared between former coach Daniel Hourcade and current supremo Mario Ledesma. In the meantime the Jaguares have reached new height but Argentina’s European stars have been virtually ignored. It remains a topic of much debate and if the Pumas don’t reach the top four again, is certain to come up again during the debrief.

- Current Ranking: 11 (high 3, low 12)
- Test Record 2016-Present: 8-33-0
- Qualified: RWC 2015, 2nd Pool C
- World Cups: 8 – Detailed History
- Best Finish: Semi Finals

Head Coach: Mario Ledesma (age 46, Argentina, record 2-11-0) – ‘Super Mario’ made a swift transition from Forwards Coach of Australia to Head Coach of Los Jaguares and finally Head Coach of Los Pumas in the span of just a year. One of Argentina’s greatest front rowers, he was an appointment accompanied by much fanfare. The honeymoon is now over, however, and his methods and selection policy must now yield results.

Captain: Pablo Matera (flanker, age 26, 62 caps) – Now firmly established as Argentina’s best player and on-field leader, Matera is among the very best flankers in the world. He is a player who seems to have it all – size, strength, agility, and footballing skills. Pumas fans are hoping his second World Cup is as fruitful as his first.

One to Watch: Emiliano Boffelli (fullback, age 24, 25 caps) – Has overtaken Joaquín Tuculet as Argentina’s first choice at the back. Since his debut in 2017 he has been one of the first names on the team sheet. Still just 24, he has the talent to be one of the best in the tournament. Brave under the high ball, a dangerous runner in space, and able to return fire from the boot with interest.

Notable Absentees: There was no shortage of surprise when the squad was announced. First choice scrumhalf Gonzalo Bertranou was deemed short of full fitness after recently recovering from a shoulder injury, while veteran Martín Landajo was simply unwanted. The same can be said for three of Argentina’s most prominent exports – No8 Facundo Isa and wing duo Juan Imhoff and Santiago Cordero, both of whom had been starters at RWC 2015.

Pool Prediction: 2nd

Complete Roster

NAME

POS

HGT

WGT

DOB

CAPS

CLUB

Nahuel Tetaz Chaparro	LH	1.88	121	Jun 11 1989	54	Jaguares
Mayco Vivas	LH	1.86	121	Jun 2 1998	4	Jaguares

Agustín Creevy	HO	1.81	110	Mar 15 1985	85	Jaguares
Julián Montoya	HO	1.84	108	Oct 29 1993	55	Jaguares
Santiago Socino	HO	1.87	114	May 7 1992	2	Jaguares

Juan Figallo	TH	1.90	119	Mar 25 1988	30	Saracens (UK)
Santiago Medrano	TH	1.86	115	May 6 1996	14	Jaguares
Enrique Pieretto	TH	1.89	120	Dec 14 1994	23	Jaguares

Matías Alemanno	LO	1.99	117	Dec 5 1991	57	Jaguares
Tomás Lavanini	LO	2.01	125	Mar 22 1993	53	Jaguares
Guido Petti	LO	1.94	110	Nov 17 1994	49	Jaguares

Marcos Kremer	FL/LO	1.96	115	Jul 30 1997	24	Jaguares
Juan Manuel Leguizamón	FL	1.90	105	Jun 6 1983	86	Jaguares
Tomás Lezana	FL	1.88	103	Feb 16 1994	34	Jaguares
Pablo Matera	FL	1.93	110	Jul 18 1993	62	Jaguares

Rodrigo Bruni	N8	1.89	109	Sep 3 1993	3	Jaguares
Javier Ortega Desio	N8	1.93	108	Jun 14 1990	54	Jaguares

Tomás Cubelli	SH	1.76	81	Dec 6 1989	72	Jaguares
Felipe Ezcurra	SH	1.79	88	Apr 15 1993	5	Jaguares

Nicolás Sánchez	FH	1.78	85	Oct 26 1988	77	Jaguares
Benjamín Urdapilleta	FH	1.76	84	Mar 11 1986	12	Castres (FR)

Jerónimo de la Fuente	CE	1.84	97	Feb 24 1991	50	Jaguares
Juan Cruz Mallía	CE/FB	1.82	88	Sep 11 1996	4	Jaguares
Lucas Mensa	CE	1.83	95	May 24 1996	1	Pucará
Matías Moroni	CE	1.85	91	Mar 29 1991	43	Jaguares
Matías Orlando	CE	1.83	96	Nov 14 1991	41	Jaguares

Santiago Carreras	WI	1.83	87	Mar 30 1998	1	Jaguares
Bautista Delguy	WI	1.82	84	Apr 22 1997	11	Jaguares
Ramiro Moyano	WI	1.80	86	May 28 1990	34	Jaguares

Emiliano Boffelli	FB	1.91	91	Jan 16 1995	25	Jaguares
Joaquín Tuculet	FB	1.83	92	Aug 8 1989	55	Jaguares

Second best in the Six Nations but the top team in the Northern Hemisphere according to the odds makers. England boast strength in depth and also versatility. They can change their tactical approach to suit the conditions or even as the game progresses. They are gambling slightly with two players – prop Mako Vunipola and winger Jack Nowell – still recovering from injury but otherwise this is their best chance at a title since their 2003 triumph.

- Current Ranking: 3 (high 1, low 8)
- Test Record 2016-Present: 34-9-1
- Qualified: RWC 2015, 3rd Pool A
- World Cups: 8 – Detailed History
- Best Finish: Champions

Head Coach: Eddie Jones (age 59, Australia, record 34-9-1) – The mad professor seems to thrive in the spotlight. Four years after leading Japan to their greatest ever win over South Africa, Jones will have a bigger goal in mind this time. Of course he has already participated in a World Cup-winning campaign having been a technical adviser for the Springboks in 2007.

Captain: Owen Farrell (flyhalf, age 27, 73 caps) – Son of Andy, soon-to-be Head Coach of Ireland and formerly of England. Farrell has rugby running through his veins and is very much the on-field general for the side. Not the most creative attacker but an excellent defender and tactician.

One to Watch: Jamie George (hooker, age 28, 40 caps) – A starter for the Lions two years ago but this will be his first real go at the World Cup having appeared in only one match in 2015. With Dylan Hartley out of the running, the ball is firmly in George’s court to prove he is among the world’s elite.

Notable Absentees: It now looks certain that the international career of injured hooker Dylan Hartley (knee) is over, a rather sad end just three matches short of a century and with no World Cup appearances since 2011. Others of his class – former skipper Chris Robshaw, scrumhalf Danny Care, and fullback Mike Brown – have been left out along with polarizing flyhalf Danny Cipriani.

Pool Prediction: 1st

Complete Roster

NAME

POS

HGT

WGT

DOB

CAPS

CLUB

Ellis Genge	LH	1.85	117	Feb 16 1995	12	Leicester Tigers
Joe Marler	LH	1.83	120	Jul 7 1990	62	Harlequins
Mako Vunipola	LH	1.80	122	Jan 13 1991	54	Saracens

Luke Cowan-Dickie	HO	1.84	110	Jun 20 1993	15	Exeter Chiefs
Jamie George	HO	1.83	112	Oct 20 1990	40	Saracens
Jack Singleton	HO	1.80	108	May 14 1996	2	Worcester Warriors

Dan Cole	TH	1.90	123	May 9 1987	89	Leicester Tigers
Kyle Sinckler	TH	1.79	115	Mar 30 1993	28	Harlequins

Maro Itoje	LO	1.95	116	Oct 28 1994	29	Saracens
George Kruis	LO	1.98	118	Feb 22 1990	35	Saracens
Joe Launchbury	LO	1.98	124	Apr 12 1991	61	Wasps
Courtney Lawes	LO/FL	2.01	115	Feb 23 1989	75	Northampton Saints

Tom Curry	FL	1.85	106	Jun 15 1998	13	Sale Sharks
Lewis Ludlam	FL	1.90	108	Dec 8 1996	2	Northampton Saints
Sam Underhill	FL	1.83	103	Jul 22 1996	10	Bath
Mark Wilson	FL	1.91	112	Oct 6 1989	15	Newcastle Falcons

Billy Vunipola

1.88

130

Nov 3 1992

Saracens

Willi Heinz	SH	1.79	89	Nov 24 1986	4	Gloucester
Ben Youngs	SH	1.78	90	Sep 5 1989	89	Leicester Tigers

Owen Farrell	FH	1.88	96	Sep 24 1991	73	Saracens
George Ford	FH	1.75	84	Mar 16 1993	59	Leicester Tigers

Piers Francis	CE	1.84	92	Jun 20 1990	8	Northampton Saints
Jonathan Joseph	CE	1.83	91	May 21 1991	42	Bath
Henry Slade	CE	1.89	98	Mar 19 1993	22	Exeter Chiefs
Manu Tuilagi	CE	1.83	114	May 18 1991	35	Leicester Tigers

Joe Cokanasiga	WI	1.93	116	Nov 15 1997	8	Bath
Jonny May	WI	1.89	90	Apr 1 1990	47	Leicester Tigers
Ruaridh McConnochie	WI	1.90	95	Oct 23 1991	1	Bath
Jack Nowell	WI	1.81	98	Apr 11 1993	33	Exeter Chiefs

Elliot Daly	FB	1.84	94	Oct 8 1992	33	Wasps
Anthony Watson	FB	1.88	95	Feb 26 1994	36	Bath

One never knows what to expect from Les Bleus. In that they are magnificently consistent. One week they can obliterate Scotland on French soil, the next they flop in Edinburgh.

At their best they play with a joie de vivre that few can live with. Their Quarter Final hopes almost certainly depend on victory over Los Pumas on Saturday.

- Current Ranking: 8 (high 2, low 10)
- Test Record 2016-Present: 14-25-1
- Qualified: RWC 2015, 2nd Pool D
- World Cups: 8 – Detailed History
- Best Finish: Finalists

Head Coach: Jacques Brunel (age 65, France, record 7-12-0) – A bizarre and unexpected appointment after the swift dismissal of Guy Novès ahead of the 2018 Six Nations. Brunel has not inspired much confidence and won’t be around after the tournament with Fabien Galthié set to take over. Indeed Galthié is already an assistant and there are suggestions that it is he, rather than Brunel, who is largely running the show behind the scenes.

Captain: Guilhem Guirado (hooker, age 33, 70 caps) – This looks likely to be the last hurrah for Guirado in test rugby, with two much younger understudies at the tournament and a coaching staff that seems ready to move on. At his best he remains an inspirational figure. Third-choice in 2011, this is his second World Cup as the starter.

One to Watch: Gaël Fickou (center, age 25, 48 caps) – Appeared in two games in 2015. This is now Fickou’s time to make the jump from almost-there to bona fide star. Since arriving in test rugby as a teenager he has shown glimpses of brilliance but inconsistent selection has seen him moved around into different positions. Fickou has the ability to set the French backs on fire.

Notable Absentees: Injury hasn’t played a major part in selection aside from unfortunate scrumhalf Morgan Parra (ankle). Powerhouse center Mathieu Bastareaud was left out of the group in June, as was winger Teddy Thomas. Missing the final cut were prop Dany Priso and second row Félix Lambey, the latter the most surprising omission.

Pool Prediction: 3rd

Complete Roster

NAME

POS

HGT

WGT

DOB

CAPS

CLUB

Cyril Baille	LH	1.82	115	Sep 25 1993	13	Toulouse
Jefferson Poirot	LH	1.82	118	Nov 1 1992	29	Bordeaux Bègles

Camille Chat	HO	1.78	104	Dec 18 1995	22	Racing 92
Guilhem Guirado	HO	1.83	106	Jun 17 1986	70	Toulon
Peato Mauvaka	HO	1.84	113	Jan 10 1997	1	Toulouse

Demba Bamba	TH	1.85	122	Mar 17 1998	6	Brive
Emerick Setiano	TH	1.83	116	Jul 19 1996	3	Toulon
Rabah Slimani	TH	1.78	119	Oct 18 1989	53	Clermont Auvergne

Paul Gabrillagues	LO	1.99	119	Jun 3 1993	13	Stade Français
Arthur Iturria	LO/FL	1.98	110	May 13 1994	13	Clermont Auvergne
Bernard le Roux	LO/FL	1.96	113	Jun 4 1989	32	Racing 92
Sébastien Vaha’amahina	LO	2.03	122	Oct 21 1991	42	Clermont Auvergne

Yacouba Camara	FL	1.95	111	Jun 2 1994	15	Montpellier
Wenceslas Lauret	FL	1.88	104	Mar 28 1989	24	Racing 92
Charles Ollivon	FL	1.99	114	May 11 1993	8	Toulon

Grégory Alldritt	N8	1.91	113	Mar 23 1997	7	La Rochelle
Louis Picamoles	N8	1.92	118	Feb 5 1986	79	Montpellier

Antoine Dupont	SH	1.74	86	Nov 15 1996	17	Toulouse
Maxime Machenaud	SH	1.73	83	Dec 30 1988	36	Racing 92
Baptiste Serin	SH	1.80	82	Jun 20 1994	30	Bordeaux Bègles

Camille Lopez	FH	1.75	88	Apr 3 1989	24	Clermont Auvergne
Romain Ntamack	FH	1.87	86	May 1 1999	8	Toulouse

Gaël Fickou	CE	1.90	97	Mar 26 1994	48	Stade Français
Wesley Fofana	CE	1.82	94	Jan 20 1988	48	Clermont Auvergne
Sofiane Guitoune	CE	1.86	96	Mar 27 1989	7	Toulouse
Virimi Vakatawa	CE/WI	1.85	103	May 1 1992	18	Racing 92

Yoann Huget	WI	1.91	96	Jun 2 1987	59	Toulouse
Damian Penaud	WI	1.88	95	Sep 25 1996	13	Clermont Auvergne
Alivereti Raka	WI	1.84	98	Dec 9 1994	2	Clermont Auvergne

Maxime Médard	FB	1.80	88	Nov 16 1986	59	Toulouse
Thomas Ramos	FB	1.78	87	Aug 23 1995	7	Toulouse

Could another famous upset be on the card? The Ikale Tahi stunned France in 2011 but a similar result looks unlikely in 2019. Tonga have had the least amount of competitive fixtures since the last tournament, an indictment of World Rugby. They can cause problems but there is a lack of genuine class in the team.

- Current Ranking: 15 (high 9, low 20)
- Test Record 2016-Present: 8-13-0
- Qualified: Oceania 2
- World Cups: 7 – Detailed History
- Best Finish: Pool Stage

Head Coach: Toutai Kefu (age 45, Tonga, record 8-13-0) – The former Wallabies great has taken the helm of his birth country through the entire World Cup cycle. He seems to be doing a reasonable job having guided the side to victory over Samoa in the qualifiers. Holding him back is a lack of resources that continues to hamper not only Pacific Nations but all Tier 2 and below sides.

Captain: Siale Piutau (center, age 33, 39 caps) – Now entering his third World Cup, the older brother of former All Blacks fullback Charles has been a staple in the side since making his debut in 2011. He is equally comfortable in either midfield spot and a quality player but now entering the twilight of his professional career.

One to Watch: Telusa Veainu (fullback, age 28, 9 caps) – One of the outstanding attacking players in the English Premiership, Veainu has managed only five tests for Tonga since 2015 between injury and club commitments. He is truly a game-changer and has the ability to create something out of nothing. Expect some highlight-reel counter-attacking from their best back.

Notable Absentees: It’s the same old story for Tonga, sadly, as several eligible players have not made themselves available for the tournament. Among them are Clermont Auvergne prop Loni Uhila, Cardiff Blues center Willis Halaholo, and Sunwolves winger Hosea Saumaki. Another winger, Daniel Kilioni, appears to be an injury absentee though it remains unconfirmed.

Pool Prediction: 5th

Complete Roster

NAME

POS

HGT

WGT

DOB

CAPS

CLUB

Vunipola Fifita	LH	1.80	120	Feb 28 1996	2	Brumbies (AU)
Siegfried Fisi’ihoi	LH	1.84	125	Jun 8 1987	9	Stade Français (FR)
Latu Talakai	LH	1.85	135	Dec 26 1989	6	Eastwood (AU)

Siua Maile	HO	1.81	111	Feb 18 1997	1	Shirley (NZ)
Paula Ngauamo	HO	1.82	113	Feb 19 1990	19	Agen (FR)
Sefo Sakalia	HO	1.83	105	Dec 14 1991	10	Asia Pacific Dragons (SG)

Ma’afu Fia	TH	1.78	124	Nov 22 1989	6	Ospreys (UK)
Siua Halanukonuka	TH	1.86	120	Aug 9 1986	11	Glasgow Warriors (UK)
Ben Tameifuna	TH	1.84	153	Aug 30 1991	11	Racing 92 (FR)

Leva Fifita	LO	1.95	118	Jul 29 1989	15	Grenoble (FR)
Sam Lousi	LO	1.99	122	Jul 20 1991	4	Hurricanes (NZ)
Steve Mafi	LO	2.01	116	Dec 9 1989	32	Castres (FR)

Dan Faleafa	FL/LO	1.96	115	Feb 13 1989	22	Coventry (UK)
Sione Kalamafoni	FL	1.93	121	Aug 14 1988	33	Leicester Tigers (UK)
Zane Kapeli	FL	1.89	103	Sep 28 1992	6	Bay of Plenty (NZ)
Fotu Lokotui	FL	1.90	108	Mar 19 1992	12	Kagifa Samoa (WS)

Nasi Manu	N8	1.90	110	Aug 15 1988	3	Benetton Treviso (IT)
Ma’ama Vaipulu	N8	1.90	112	Jul 21 1987	8	Castres (FR)

Sami Fisilau	SH	1.83	105	Nov 29 1987	19	Auckland Marist (NZ)
Leon Fukofuka	SH	1.85	98	Sep 8 1994	7	Kagifa Samoa (WS)
Tane Takulua	SH	1.76	96	Nov 1 1991	34	Newcastle Falcons (UK)

James Faiva	FH	1.82	95	Jun 13 1994	5	El Salvador (SP)
Kurt Morath	FH	1.83	92	Nov 13 1984	37	Doncaster Knights (UK)

Mali Hingano	CE	1.80	95	Jan 27 1992	4	Stade Français (FR)
Siale Piutau	CE	1.85	98	Oct 13 1985	39	Bristol Bears (UK)
Cooper Vuna	CE	1.82	108	Jul 5 1987	13	Bath (UK)

Viliami Lolohea	WI	1.81	93	Apr 7 1993	9	Papatoetoe (NZ)
Afa Pakalani	WI	1.83	90	Aug 2 1989	10	Eastwood (AU)
Nafi Tu’itavake	WI	1.80	97	Jan 21 1989	13	Northampton Saints (UK)

David Halaifonua	FB	1.88	104	Jul 5 1987	33	Coventry (UK)
Telusa Veainu	FB	1.80	90	Dec 26 1990	9	Leicester Tigers (UK)

Two seasons of Major League Rugby has proved a major boost to the Eagles, who now boast a fully professional side for the first time at a World Cup. Another first saw them earning the Americas 1 spot ahead of Canada. As such expectations are high, though perhaps muted given the difficulty of the pool. A Quarter Final spot is highly unlikely but there is an outside chance at felling a big name and possibly finishing third in the pool.

- Current Ranking: 13 (high 12, low 20)
- Test Record 2016-Present: 24-11-1
- Qualified: Americas 1
- World Cups: 7 – Detailed History
- Best Finish: Pool Stage

Head Coach: Gary Gold (age 52, South Africa, record 15-3-0) – Has undoubtedly benefited from having a greater pool of players to choose from but has also clearly made a difference to the side since coming on board ahead of the 2018 Americas Rugby Championship. This is his second World Cup campaign, having been an assistant with the Springboks in 2011. Gold has the confidence of the players and is focusing on performance rather than results heading into the tournament.

Captain: Blaine Scully (wing, age 31, 50 caps) – Set to return to the USA after six seasons in Europe with Leicester and Cardiff Blues, Scully is the most-capped and most experienced player in the squad who commands respect. Not the fastest winger but rarely makes mistakes and his strength under the high ball in an asset.

One to Watch: AJ MacGinty (flyhalf, age 29, 24 caps) – An obvious choice but his value to the team is immense. Has proven himself against Europe’s best and if the Eagles are to win a famous upset, it will be MacGinty who makes the difference. Suffered a worrying ankle injury in the Pacific Nations Cup but is on track to play in the opener against England.

Notable Absentees: The big man – Samu Manoa – announced his sudden retirement from test rugby in June, a year after outstanding back row Andrew Durutalo did the same. Versatile back Dylan Audsley (ankle) is injured while San Diego teammate Ryan Matyas and Utah’s Gannon Moore, both outside backs, just missed the cut.

Pool Prediction: 4th

Complete Roster

NAME

POS

HGT

WGT

DOB

CAPS

CLUB

David Ainu’u	LH	1.80	118	Nov 20 1999	8	Toulouse (FR)
Eric Fry	LH	1.93	120	Sep 14 1987	45	Vannes (FR)
Olive Kilifi	LH/TH	1.80	124	Sep 18 1986	27	Seattle Seawolves

Dylan Fawsitt	HO	1.83	106	Jul 24 1990	12	Rugby United New York
James Hilterbrand	HO	1.84	104	May 21 1989	19	Manly Marlins (AU)
Joe Taufete’e	HO	1.84	125	Apr 10 1992	23	Worcester Warriors (UK)

Titi Lamositele	TH	1.80	127	Feb 11 1995	28	Saracens (UK)
Paul Mullen	TH	1.82	122	Nov 6 1991	14	Houston SaberCats

Nate Brakeley	LO	1.96	118	Aug 31 1989	21	Rugby United New York
Nick Civetta	LO	2.03	115	Nov 5 1989	23	Doncaster Knights (UK)
Ben Landry	LO	1.98	123	Mar 26 1991	22	Ealing Trailfinders (UK)
Greg Peterson	LO	2.04	126	Mar 26 1991	26	Bordeaux Bègles (FR)

Hanco Germishuys	FL	1.86	105	Aug 24 1996	17	Glendale Raptors
Tony Lamborn	FL	1.85	105	Jul 31 1991	19	Melbourne Rebels (AU)
Ben Pinkelman	FL	1.93	99	Jun 13 1994	2	USA Sevens
John Quill	FL	1.88	106	Mar 10 1990	36	Rugby United New York

Malon Al-Jiboori	N8	1.91	107	Aug 1 1997	5	Glendale Raptors
Cam Dolan	N8	1.99	112	Mar 7 1990	47	NOLA Gold

Nate Augspurger	SH	1.71	81	Jan 31 1990	24	San Diego Legion
Shaun Davies	SH	1.73	83	Jun 20 1989	25	Glendale Raptors
Ruben de Haas	SH	1.83	88	Oct 9 1998	13	Free State Cheetahs (SA)

A.J. MacGinty	FH	1.85	91	Feb 26 1990	24	Sale Sharks (UK)
Will Magie	FH	1.85	87	Feb 23 1992	25	Glendale Raptors

Marcel Brache	CE	1.91	94	Oct 15 1987	19	Western Force (AU)
Bryce Campbell	CE	1.86	107	Sep 21 1994	28	London Irish (UK)
Paul Lasike	CE	1.80	113	Jun 18 1990	16	Harlequins (UK)
Thretton Palamo	CE	1.91	116	Sep 22 1988	18	Houston SaberCats

Martin Iosefo	WI	1.85	98	Jan 13 1990	6	USA Sevens
Blaine Scully	WI	1.90	100	Feb 29 1988	50	Cardiff Blues (UK)
Mike Te’o	WI	1.75	93	Jul 23 1993	24	San Diego Legion