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Wales braces for Flying Fijians phyciality

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  • Wales anticipates a physically demanding match against the Fiji Water Flying Fijians in their Nations Championship opener.
  • Coach Steve Tandy acknowledges the Fijians' physicality but emphasizes his team's readiness and focus.
  • The game offers an opportunity for Wales to expose younger players to international competition.

Wales is bracing for a physically intense encounter as they prepare to face the Fiji Water Flying Fijians in their opening Nations Championship match at Cardiff City Stadium.

Coach Steve Tandy acknowledged the Fijians' renowned physicality, stating that his team will not underestimate them despite having the home advantage. Preparations have been progressing well, with the squad recovering from a recent match against the Barbarians and focusing on Sunday's game.

Tandy highlighted that the upcoming fixture presents a valuable opportunity for Wales to field younger players, providing them with crucial international exposure. The team has been training together, integrating players who participated in the Barbarians match, and is focused on building cohesion.

The match is scheduled to kick off at 1:10 AM on Sunday. Fans can watch the game live on FBC Sports via the Walesi Settop box.

Yes preparations has been good, getting everyone back in, everyone training together and that’s been good. We’ve had Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday working together, had some of the boys play against the Barbarians and that went well too.

— Steve TandyThe Wales coach described the team's preparations for the match against Fiji.
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