Singapore7s: Shujaa break France curse to reach semifinals

Kenya 7s are through to the semifinals of the 2025 Singapore Sevens after pulling off a thrilling 10-7 victory over France in a match played on Saturday, 5 April, at the Singapore National Stadium.The win saw them end a frustrating seven-match losing streak against Les Bleus that had stretched back to Toulouse 2022.##NAJAVA_MECA_8831633##Follow Our WhatsApp Channel For More News!!!Referee AJ Jacobs oversaw the high-intensity clash, where Kenya dominated early proceedings and sent their travelling fans into a frenzy.Shujaa kicked off the match and retained possession superbly, barely giving France a chance to breathe in the opening exchanges.Kenya’s physicality met France’s head-on, but it was the East Africans who dictated the tempo, enjoying the lion’s share of possession.Drama as Gor Mahia coach expels three technical bench members, accuses them of sabotageNearly four minutes passed before France even touched the ball. By then, Vincent Onyala had already gone over for the opening try, capitalising on Kenya’s aggressive start. The conversion was successful, and Kenya took a 7-0 lead into halftime.France looked to bounce back in the second half, kicking off with urgency.They earned a penalty deep in their 22 and looked more fluid from a lineout, stringing together slick passes before Joe Queer Karaba powered past Onyala to score. With the conversion, the match was tied at 7-7.Drama unfolded as Kenya lost speedster Patrick Odongo to a knee injury, briefly shaking their momentum.However, Dennis Abukuse’s timely turnover reignited Kenyan hopes, with both sides trading possession in a tense final stretch.Ingo derby headlines FKFPL doubleheader at Dandora todayIt was Nygel Amaitsa who had the final say. After his earlier kick had gained Kenya crucial ground, the youngster held his nerve to slot in a last-minute penalty, sealing a memorable 10-7 win.The result not only sends Shujaa to the semifinals but also evokes memories of the 2016 Singapore Sevens, where Kenya emerged victorious after beating Fiji 30-7.Will they pull off another surprise?Harambee Starlets dimmed by Ivory Coast in friendly as U17s hold Morocco

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