On the same day, in Group A of the men's sevens round-robin tournament at the Paris Olympics, New Zealand defeated Ireland 14-12.
New Zealand (left) and Ireland before a match on July 25. Photo by Xinhua News Agency reporter Tao Xiyi
This is the scene of the match taken on July 25, the Stade de France with the Sacré-Coeur Cathedral in the distance. Photo by Xinhua News Agency reporter Tao Xiyi
On 25 July, the Ireland team encouraged each other before the start of the match. Photo by Xinhua News Agency reporter Tao Xiyi
Spectators cheer on the team during a match on July 25, with the Basilica of the Sacred Heart in the distance. Photo by Xinhua News Agency reporter Tao Xiyi
On July 25, New Zealand players entered before the game. Photo by Xinhua News Agency reporter Tao Xiyi