1.   Despite these cuts, however, it was expected that the balance would shift sharply in favour of sea-based systems where the USA would retain overall superiority.

2.   Still, despite the overall superiority shown these past two games, Griffey said there are a few things to exploit.

3.   The overall superiority did not go unnoticed by Michigan coach Lloyd Carr.

4.   Although France displayed overall match superiority, both teams will now have to wait for their final Group B matches to see who goes through to the quarter finals.

5.   The French visitors turned in a superb all-round performance, which included three tries, and the final scoreline failed to reflect their overall superiority.