Japan shock Ireland at Rugby World Cup

ANNE-CHRISTINE POUJOULAT / AFP

Japan have stunned Ireland at the Rugby World Cup.

The hosts came from behind to record a famous 19-12 Pool A victory in Shizuoka.

Kenki Fukuoka scored in the second half as Japan got the better of the world number two side, who led 12-9 at halftime.

The result now makes it extremely tricky for Ireland to progress to the next round of the tournament.

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