The “Crab” is finally off our backs: We beat Shanghai in Shanghai!
As is the case with all Yellow Sea Cup games, it was a very physical encounter with both teams playing with much passion.
The Bejing Devils came out of the gates with an aggressive yet disciplined approach and utilised the blustery wind to keep the Crabs at bay for most of the first half. Two penalty kicks and a charge down try (unconverted) made the score 11-0 for the Devils at halftime. After the half-time break, the Crabs stormed back into the game. For the following 15-20 minutes, the Crabs put much pressure on the Devils and were rewarded with a try (converted). Scoreline Devils 11 Crabs 7. Fortunately, the Devils regained their composure again and camped out in the Crabs end for the last 20 minutes of the game. Solid defense by the Crabs and some missed opportunties inside their 22m kept the Devils from scoring more points. Final score Devils 11 Crabs 7.