Error-Ridden Chiefs Scrap to Ugly Win over Western Force in Perth

Error-ridden Chiefs scrap to ugly win over Western Force in Perth

Jono Gibbes’ side desperately needed a bounce-back win, but this will not be one to reach for in the highlights archive.

Force fight, but once again unsuccessful against Chiefs

Western Force’s disappointing Super Rugby Pacific season continued as they failed to take advantage of late-game opportunities in a 24-14 defeat to the Chiefs at HBF Park.

Force finals hopes fade after Chiefs hold firm in Perth

The Western Force’s finals hopes are hanging by a thread after a 14-24 loss to the Chiefs in Perth, leaving them second-last with just one win from six games. The Force levelled the match at 14-14 early in the second half after tries to Max Burey and Jeremy Williams, but were unable to maintain momentum as the Chiefs responded through Samisoni Taukei’aho and a late Damian McKenzie penalty. Despite a strong defensive effort and a spirited fightba…