Japan have done it again in the Rugby World Cup, this time beating Ireland in front of their home fans.
Joe Schmidt's side were much fancied ahead of the game and things were going to plan as they stormed into the lead early on.
However, the Irish players wilted in the heat of Shizuoka and fell victim to a brilliant Japanese performance that saw them claim the victory.
Check out some of the reactions from around the globe to another historic World Cup win.
From Ireland's point of view, a catastrophic collapse after going 12-3 up within 22 minutes.
No composure or sense of calm as Japan ran rampant. Mistakes throughout, discipline poor, no control, lack of energy. So poor after last weekend's positive start. #JPNvIRE
— Murray Kinsella (@Murray_Kinsella) September 28, 2019
JUST LET THIS SINK IN. Japan just beat world number 1 Ireland in a stadium that looks like it’s about to get bounced into another prefecture. @bbc5live
— Ben Ryan (@benjaminryan) September 28, 2019
Incredible scenes here in Shizuoka. Japan were brilliant and it will give rugby some boost here. #JPNvIRE pic.twitter.com/cWe89RYXCG
— Bernard Jackman (@bernardjackman) September 28, 2019
Uruguay, now Japan...wow 🇺🇾🇯🇵👏🏼
— sergio parisse (@sergioparisse) September 28, 2019
Japan beating SA in #RWC2015 was one of the Great shocks.
Japan beating Ireland, before their own fans, as #RWC2019 hosts, to take control of the pool... that is a brilliant thing.
Now excuse me while I dilute my coffee with tears.#JAPvIRE
— Andy McGeady (@andymcgeady) September 28, 2019
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