Junior Boks coach Foote wants charges to rise to the occasion in U-20 Champs final against NZ
When he named the unchanged match-23 squad for the clash, Foote said they have done well to reach their first final since 2014 and are excited to face their rivals with a settled side.
'This has been our settled combination for most of the year and the team play with great synergy,' said Foote, admitting again it was difficult to leave some of the players out of the match-day squad.
'Given how well everyone has played, it was such a difficult task to leave anyone out. We are grateful for the absolute selflessness of the players not selected for Saturday's final and for how hard they are training to ensure the team is well prepared for New Zealand.'
The line-up means the bench will again feature a split of six forwards and two backs in what promises to be a hotly contested battle.
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