Wales begins Nations Championship with victory over Fiji in Cardiff
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 4, 2026, 5:32 PM
Last updated Jul 4, 2026
Wales secured a 39-24 victory against Fiji in Cardiff City Stadium on July 4, 2026, marking a strong beginning to their Nations Championship campaign. Coach Steve Tandy praised his team's fighting spirit, particularly in overcoming a challenging first half where Fiji dominated possession. Wales scored six tries, including two from flanker Jac Morgan, and showed resilience with strong defensive efforts. They will face Argentina next, set for July 11, followed by a match against South Africa the following week.
- •Wales scored six tries in their Nations Championship opener against Fiji.
- •Jac Morgan was a standout performer with two tries in the first half.
- •Wales' next match is against Argentina on July 11, 2026.
- •Wales overcame a tough first half where Fiji attacked strongly.
- •Captain Dewi Lake highlighted the team's physicality and collision dominance.
- 5:32 PMYahoo Sports — Wales' fight trumped Fijian magic - Tandy
"Wales' spirit pleases head coach Steve Tandy after a win against Fiji in the opening fixture of the Nations Championship.
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