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Long unsung teams live up to anthems Rugby Union

December 29, 2004 | Peter Berlin | Copyright
Peter Berlin
International Herald Tribune
12-29-2004
On a chilly November afternoon in Dublin, two teams of burly men in shorts had to suffer through what may be the longest pregame concert in international team sports. The teams, South Africa and Ireland, both are unusual in having two anthems. As the sweat from the pregame warm-ups cooled the backs of their necks, the 30 players stood dutifully to attention, and some even sang a little, as the band played ''Nkosi Sikelel' iAfrika'' and ''Die Stem'' for the Springboks and ''Soldier's Song,'' the national anthem that is otherwise known as ''Amhran na bhFiann,'' and ''Ireland's Call,'' the team's official rugby anthem.This …

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