Ireland's incredible response to New Zealand Haka | Rugby World Cup 2023

Watch as Ireland stand defiant to New Zealand's challenge of the haka ahead of their Rugby World Cup 2023 quarter-final at the State de France in Paris. The Irish stood in a number eight formation, reminiscent of when they took on the All Blacks in Chicago in 2016 and beat New Zealand for the very first time in their history!

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[DillonNugent]

For those who don't know, a Munster Coach called Anthony Foley died in France a few years ago while there with Munster, and he played Number 8, so they made an 8 to pay respect to him 👏 🙏
R.I.P. Anthony Foley

[wideglide]

Biggest respect to Ireland for their spirit and for the reason they stood in the figure 8. Hard fought game from both teams from 2 small countries Rugby won today also

[carmenpiercey]

What an exciting game, Ireland played their hearts out. I was screaming for NZ though, never ever underestimate them. From 🇿🇦🏈

[sabrinakavanagh]

As an Irish woman I am proud of my country, they gave NZ a tough game, but wow the haka always gives me chills, the culture is absolutely beautiful. Well done NZ enjoy the win!

[HeinrichHorn]

As a South African I was screaming for the All Blacks well played!

[ChiefNabster]

Contrats New Zealanders on your character, belief, courage, commitment, bravery, and also your humility in defeat over the years, and best wishes with the rest of the tournament! From an Irishman.

[kurukoei]

Saffa here, never in my life supported NZ like tonight. Found myself chanting 'All Blacks! All Blacks! All Blacks!!!!' Well done and very well deserved. Awesome game. Much respect from 🇿🇦

[antsxpants]

Massive respect to Ireland from NZ, what a game

[antonironstag]

As an Irishman, can't hate all the All Blacks. Love the haka and the warrior culture. Well done lads, we feckin tried and we did, but the better men won. I'm now rooting for yous to win!

[ethanstewartstevenson]

For those who don't understand, the incredible response was from the crowd. The entire time the All Blacks were doing the Haka, they were singing "The Fields of Athenri" in the background.

[b]

Two great teams, from two small countries, showing the rest of the world what Rugby is all about. A fantastic close match. Gutted for Ireland - congratulations NZ and to both our teams and our countries for an outstanding performances.

[Quanic]

That Irish crowd sure was loud...

NZ winning was louder 😂

[man.q]

form is temporary, class is permanent. AB💪🏿 from🇿🇦

[hishamish]

Should’ve been a final. Goosebumps all over

[richardwalsh]

There is no other team I would want my country to lose to. That being said, thank you NZ you gave your all against our best and the better team won, bites lip, thanks for the best game in the WC so far. What a championship !

[francoisvanstaden]

What a game, as a SAFFA, I had to root for the southern hemisphere and boy they didn’t disappoint. Both sides played a corker of a game.

[CheGuevara]

I was working in an Irish bar in Boston. It was packed. Nobody approached the bar or bought a drink for the last five minutes of the game cuz they were all glued to the screen. The tension could be felt in the room.

[mozzyboilup]

Nice work ABs, Hard luck Ireland, keep your heads up, Irish rugby is in a great spot atm. Also, thanks to our South African family supporting NZ. Not even our neighbours across the Tasman support us even though Australia are out. Good luck to SA tomorrow morning (NZ time). Hopefully a NZ v SA final?🙏🇳🇿🇿🇦

[_Odyssia_]

As a South African, I've never been more proud to support the All Blacks in this game! I was screaming and having heart palpitations, yoh🙆🏽‍♀️🙈🙉🙊! But also massive congratulations to the Irish for playing a great game and they played it well. The players should be very proud 🍀🍀🍀🇮🇪. Here's to hoping for a Southern nations Semi finals. Good luck to the Flying Fijians and the Bokke tomorrow🇫🇯🇿🇦 😆!

[pituwuhnonarnfortutu]

Half time
🇮🇪 17 - 18 🇳🇿
What a game so far