'It didn't look good' - Springboks coach discusses Eben Etzebeth sending off

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South Africa manager the national team coach acknowledged "it didn't appear favorable" after experienced second-row Eben Etzebeth was dismissed for an eye gouge versus the Welsh team

South Africa's national team secured a flawless end-of-year tour through overwhelming play at the Welsh capital registering 11 tries in a 73-nil victory

However nearly the last action of the international year was Etzebeth, who crossed the concluding points being dismissed through the decision of the match referee

The veteran forward was given a red card due to contact the facial region of Wales flanker the back-row forward using his thumb during late-game altercation

"It's difficult to say how to respond that avoids controversy. It didn't look good making it a proper sending-off," stated the manager

"The manner it occurred and why it happened, whether there was provocation, I cannot confirm, however it's certainly not the way that we would have liked to end the game. I don't think it appeared favorable"

The experienced player, who extended his cap achievement when winning a 141st cap during the match, seems destined to receive a lengthy ban

His club side begin their European competition in France early December prior to a domestic match against Saracens and South African derbies through the Christmas season

The top-ranked team overpowered Wales in a fixture which proved lopsided from the beginning

The current management's period has begun following substantial reverses against top-tier nations plus a narrow victory against Japan

The Welsh team has suffered multiple defeats in recent games but the coach attempted to give reassurance

"I feel the squad has been progressing and advancing, this demonstrated a controlled performance," he said

"The Welsh team are not guys that give up and take the shots, they battle continuously. This represented a remarkably efficient showing featuring our squad exhibiting total dedication"

"Wales have a quality leader and shall return. We understand fortunes can reverse as demonstrated in 1998 we beat them (comprehensively) then were defeated soon after"

The Springboks conclude the season ranked first globally following victories in successive tournament wins

The world champions have showcased their impressive resources and power but the coach referenced their previous lower ranking

"We experienced similar circumstances with fans destroying merchandise, but the Welsh people are here," he noted

"The backing exists with the squad showing spirit. Get one or two wins, create a streak and things will change

"I'm aware that things changed from our previous struggles, achieving global success. Anything is possible"

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