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Taulupe Faletau aims for World Cup after recent injury absence

2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 20, 2026, 5:25 PM

Last updated Oct 20, 2026

Taulupe Faletau aims for World Cup after recent injury absence
Summary

Wales head coach Steve Tandy remains optimistic about Taulupe Faletau's prospects for the next World Cup, despite his omission from Wales' Nations Championship squad. The 35-year-old made his return from injury in Cardiff's recent loss to Northampton, showing potential during a 55-minute appearance. Faletau, who has 109 caps for Wales, last played for the national team in the summer of 2025 and seeks to demonstrate his fitness ahead of the November Tests. His participation could be crucial as he aims for a spot in the squad heading to Australia next year.

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Status Watch
  • •Tandy expresses confidence in Faletau's World Cup candidacy.
  • •Faletau returning from injury after limited appearances this year.
  • •He last played for Wales against Japan in 2025.
  • •Upcoming matches include Tests against Japan and New Zealand.
  • •Faletau has competed in the 2011, 2015, and 2023 World Cups.
Latest Updates
  • 5:25 PMYahoo Sports — Wales great Faletau still has drive for fourth World Cup
  • 5:00 PMBBC Sport — Wales great Faletau still has drive for fourth World Cup
What they're saying
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Wales boss Steve Tandy believes Taulupe Faletau is a World Cup contender despite missing out on the Nations Championship squad.

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Wales boss Steve Tandy believes Taulupe Faletau is a World Cup contender despite missing out on the Nations Championship squad.

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