Scotland and Japan are the most notable movers in this week's IRB World Rankings after both sides won victories against higher-ranked opposition at the weekend. FULL STORY >>
Spain punctuated their European Nations Cup campaign with a fine 21-17 victory over Portugal in Madrid on Saturday.
Portugal left the World Cup with heads held high and a consolatory bonus point to show for their efforts, after Romania beat them 14-10.
Italy are now clear second favourites in their race to finish as Pool C runners-up behind the All Blacks after a stuttering 31-5 defeat of Portugal.
Not often do you describe the efforts of 108-13 losers as wondrous, but Portugal were just that against New Zealand on Saturday.
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