[JAMFish72]

I almost didn't go because I was hoping to catch the match on TV instead, and there I am going through the crowds in Cardiff hoping to catch a bus, and casually inquiring about ticket prices to touts, but I had doubts about going into such a public place. The tout took offence and said he wasn't a thief, but I walked away, not wanting to go in.

But then I decided, I had the money (£20), and so I went back to the guy and bought a slightly dog-eared (but fully genuine) ticket - for the middle tier, no less, offering a great view of the pitch.

It cost £4.50 more for a pint of SA Brains bitter (is it bitter?) and a packet of roast ox crisps, but I had a great time in the end.

The game had everything: a great try by Wales, a neat interception by the Samoans to score their own try, a missed penalty by the Samoans in front of the Welsh posts, and a couple of Mexican Waves.

Oh, and a streaker - - brought down by stewards who were almost as good as the Welsh team in their tackles of the naked man.

The only downside is, Wales could've played better, and they were wearing yellow. But they still won.

This was my third time to a match in the Millennium Stadium, but the first to support Wales directly in a winning match. It felt great.

The only problem is, it would normally cost a lot more for a ticket for a Wales game on their home turf, and I think I was lucky this time. BTW, I checked prices for lower tier tickets, and they were something like £18, and I would imagine the better seats cost more.

Was I ripped off, buying from a tout on the spur of the moment? I don't think I was.

I'm glad I decided to see it in person, anyway, because it seems there was no live TV coverage after all.

I only hope if I go to future matches like that, they will be at similar ticket prices.

[RPupkin]

It was screened live on BBC Two Wales. Great stadium, been many times for the football, only once for rugby. Would love to go to a home international.

[JAMFish72]

Originally Posted by RPupkin

It was screened live on BBC Two Wales.

Funny, I must've missed it when I checked the schedules.

Is it likely to be on iPlayer? Because if there's one downside to attending live matches, it's the lack of commentary. I'd just like to see Jonathan Davies' perspective on this match, for example.

[la gran siete]

I am off to watch England v Argentina at Twickers this afternoon.Wished i could of got mine for 20 quid, these were over £ 45 each

[RPupkin]

Originally Posted by Foebane

Funny, I must've missed it when I checked the schedules.

Is it likely to be on iPlayer? Because if there's one downside to attending live matches, it's the lack of commentary. I'd just like to see Jonathan Davies' perspective on this match, for example.

BBC iPlayer - Scrum V Live: 2009/2010: Wales v Samoa

[MrFurious]

was live on bbc2 wales as i watched it with the wife who is very sick at the moment, its a great stadium, seen a few footie matches there and an oasis gig but i really want to see wales play rugby there soon, roof was closed too wasnt it, thankfully as it was hell of a night here last night with the weather and flooding.

[JAMFish72]

Originally Posted by MrFurious

roof was closed too wasnt it, thankfully as it was hell of a night here last night with the weather and flooding.

Oh yes, the roof was closed, but that seems to be the case there lately. I think the roof has been closed for several Wales matches, even during the day - not sure though.

But it was windy and raining, so there was a good reason to keep it shut on Friday night.

Plus, it keeps the heat in - it wasn't cold at all inside, compared to walking out afterwards - and it feels like you're indoors, despite the numerous exits straight to the outdoors.

[Steven]

Good stuff - as we are still getting BBC Wales here in Manchester I get to watch the highlights which are on right now

[Clunk]

Originally Posted by Foebane

Oh yes, the roof was closed, but that seems to be the case there lately. I think the roof has been closed for several Wales matches, even during the day - not sure though.

But it was windy and raining, so there was a good reason to keep it shut on Friday night.

Plus, it keeps the heat in - it wasn't cold at all inside, compared to walking out afterwards - and it feels like you're indoors, despite the numerous exits straight to the outdoors.

Well for your £20 you had a far better view than I did in the lower tier (4 rows from the front, so it feels like you're in the dug-out). I hate the lower tier, but paid £15 each for me and the missus and had a free beer thrown into the bargain so can't complain. Mind you I forgot my glasses for this one so the position was even worse for it. You get more appreciation for exactly how big those Samoan guys are at pitch level though...

The view from pretty much anywhere in the middle tier and the upper tier is superb though. As an added bonus, you don't have to look at exactly how bad the pitch is cutting up right in front of you!

I still enjoy myself every time I go mind - but this wasn't one of my better experiences, coupled with a stuttering performance. Got a bit tense in the final few seconds though, didn't it?

[Clunk]

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