Russia's confidence to be tested in Samoa match after loss in opener

Russia's confidence will be tested in their second Pool A match against Samoa on Tuesday after suffering a shattering 30-10 loss to hosts Japan in the opener of the Rugby World Cup.Russia head coach Lyn Jones said the key in prevailing over Samoa will be "recovery, fresh legs and confidence" as the Bears will face the Pacific islanders at Kumagaya Rugby Stadium following a mere four-day turnaround since Friday's clash with the Brave Blossoms."Samoa will be different in attack and defense than Japan," Jones said. "We must also be much aware of one-on-one threats from the Samoa players. They …READ FULL ARTICLE