Wales rugby team faces tough challenges but shows progress, says Morgan
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 20, 2026, 5:20 AM
Last updated Jul 20, 2026
Jac Morgan expresses confidence that Wales is closing the gap to top rugby teams despite recent heavy losses in the Nations Championship. After a 39-24 victory over Fiji, Wales suffered significant defeats to Argentina and South Africa, the latter culminating in a 43-0 loss. Morgan, reflecting on the team's development, emphasized the importance of experience and teamwork as they prepare for key fixtures ahead, including upcoming matches against Japan, New Zealand, and Australia. Wales currently ranks 11th in the world and is looking to improve before next year's World Cup.
- •Wales suffered a 43-0 defeat to South Africa in the Nations Championship.
- •The team recorded a 39-24 win against Fiji earlier in the tournament.
- •Wales ranks 11th in the world, moving up after Italy's loss in Australia.
- •Morgan highlighted squad development and the need for continued improvement.
- •Upcoming fixtures include games against Japan, New Zealand, and Australia in November.
- 5:20 AMYahoo Sports — Wales closing the gap to world's best - Morgan
- 5:20 AMBBC Sport — Wales closing the gap to world's best - Morgan
"Jac Morgan is confident Wales are closing the gap to the best in the world despite another hammering by South Africa in the Nations Championship.
"Jac Morgan is confident Wales are closing the gap to the best in the world despite another hammering by South Africa in the Nations Championship.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJul 20, 2026, 5:20 AMWales closing the gap to world's best - Morgan
Jac Morgan is confident Wales are closing the gap to the best in the world despite another hammering by South Africa in the Nations Championship.
- BBC SportJul 20, 2026, 5:20 AMWales closing the gap to world's best - Morgan
Jac Morgan is confident Wales are closing the gap to the best in the world despite another hammering by South Africa in the Nations Championship.
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