Drop goals making a comeback as vital scoring weapon at Rugby
By A Mystery Man Writer
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The drop goal is by far the rarest form of scoring in rugby, but it has a rich history at the Rugby World Cup — including deciding two finals — and looks to be making a comeback again in Japan this year as a weapon to unlock tight contests.
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