Wales Rally to Down Dazzling 'Hosts' Fiji in Cardiff
Wales scored six tries, including three from lineout drives, and held Fiji to three tries to secure back-to-back wins for the first time in three years.
- Wales secured a 39-24 victory over Fiji on Saturday at Cardiff City Stadium, marking consecutive wins for the first time in three years in a Nations Championship clash.
- Racking up 469 metres and 25 offloads in the first half, Fiji dominated early play though Wales remained tied 10-10 at halftime by relying on a strong scrum and driving maul.
- Flanker Jac Morgan scored two tries, noting, "It took us the 80 minutes to beat them," while prop Rhys Carre and wing Josh Adams added crucial scores to overcome Fiji's early pressure.
- Managing the final quarter effectively, Wales secured the result with late tries from replacement hooker Ryan Elias and center Eddie James, capping a resilient defensive performance.
- Coach Steve Tandy emphasized momentum as crucial following this victory, which builds on Wales' successful Nations Championship performance against Italy in March.
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