Wales scores six tries to defeat Fiji in Nations Championship opener

ESPN Rugby • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 4, 2026, 3:35 PM

Last updated Jul 4, 2026

Wales scores six tries to defeat Fiji in Nations Championship opener

Summary

Wales defeated Fiji 39-24 in the Nations Championship opener at Cardiff City Stadium on July 4. The match saw Wales score six tries, with Jac Morgan contributing two, as they maintained a 10-10 tie at halftime. Fiji's attempts included tries from Sowakula, Canakaivata, and Ravutaumada, but Wales capitalized on their set-piece advantages in the second half. This match marked Wales' second consecutive international win, following their victory over Italy earlier this year. Wales will next face Argentina and South Africa, while Fiji is set to play England and Scotland.

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By the Numbers

•Wales secured a 39-24 victory over Fiji on July 4.
•Jac Morgan was named player of the match for scoring two tries.
•Fiji scored three tries but struggled to contain Wales' forward strength.
•Wales will face Argentina and South Africa next; Fiji will play England and Scotland.
•The match was attended by 16,456 spectators in Cardiff.

Latest Updates

4:43 PMESPN Rugby — Wales see off Fiji in Nations Championship opener
4:11 PMYahoo Sports — Fiji dazzle early and Wales finish strong in Nations Championship win in Cardiff
3:42 PMYahoo Sports — Six-try Wales beat Fiji in Nations Championship opener
3:35 PMBBC Sport — Six-try Wales beat Fiji in Nations Championship opener

What they're saying

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Fiji dazzled early and Wales finished strong to prevail 39-24 in the Nations Championship on Saturday and win consecutive matches for the first time in three years. Wales didn't earn any style points. Its six tries included three from lineout drives, one from a tryline ruck, one from an attacking scrum, and another stolen by Josh Adams.
— Yahoo Sports