US EditionFiji Beats Samoa 29-15 in the Pacific Nations Cup to Send Tonga to the 2027 World Cup
Fiji's victory ensured Tonga's qualification for the 2027 Rugby World Cup by finishing top of Pool A in the Pacific Nations Cup, which also advances Fiji to the semi-finals.
- On Saturday, Fiji defeated Samoa 29-15 at Rotorua International Stadium in the Pacific Nations Cup, a qualifier for the 2027 Rugby World Cup.
- Fiji overcame a 15-12 halftime deficit caused by Samoa's strong start and physical defense, including a yellow card to Taleni Seu early in the second half.
- Fiji took the lead in the second half with Simione Kuruvoli's try, extended it with a penalty, and sealed the win with a 79th-minute try by Kemu Valetini.
- Captain Tevita Ikanivere acknowledged their efforts to get off to a strong start fell short once again, while coach Mick Byrne commended the team's discipline but expressed frustration over unnecessary penalties.
- Fiji finished atop Pool A and advanced as the top seed to the semi-finals; Tonga qualified for the World Cup due to Fiji's win, while Samoa will play in a fifth-place playoff.
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Fiji beats Samoa to send Tonga to 2027 World Cup
Fiji has come from behind to beat Samoa 29-15 in the Pacific Nations Cup and send Tonga through...
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Fiji beats Samoa 29-15 in the Pacific Nations Cup to send Tonga to the 2027 World Cup
Fiji has rallied from 15-5 down after scoring 17 unanswered points in the second half to beat Samoa 29-15 in the Pacific Nations Cup and to send Tonga through to the 2027 World Cup.
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