Uruguay recorded their first pool win at the Rugby World Cup by defeating Namibia in Lyon.

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Uruguay recorded their first pool win at the Rugby World Cup by defeating Namibia in Lyon.

Uruguay showcased a stunning performance and recorded their first pool win at the Rugby World Cup by cruising past Namibia by 36-26 and secure a bonus-point victory in Lyon.

It means the African side go from another Rugby World Cup without a win, but there were positives to take from this performance.

Namibia led 20-12 at the break after scoring tries through wingers Gerswin Mouton and JC Greyling in the opening 11 minutes.

Uruguay looked lively throughout the Pool A clash and scored tries through hooker German Kessler, scrumhalf Santiago Arata and winger Bautista Basso as they claimed a fourth World Cup victory in their history with a game against New Zealand to come on October 5.