The Fiji Airways Men’s and Fijiana 7s teams have wrapped up their pool matches in Cape Town, producing a mix of outcomes as they advance towards the tournament’s crucial stages. The men’s team bounced back from an initial setback, while the Fijiana side displayed resilience despite narrowly missing out on the semifinals.
The Fiji Men’s 7s squad started their journey with a challenging 21-24 loss to South Africa. However, they quickly regrouped, securing two key victories. They edged out Great Britain with a close 21-17 win and finished strong against New Zealand, dominating with a convincing 35-5 scoreline. This impressive performance has propelled them into the Cup semifinals, where they are scheduled to face Argentina tonight at 10:44 PM, aiming for the final.
On the women’s front, the Fijiana 7s opened their campaign with a 7-15 defeat against the USA. Nevertheless, they showcased their strength by achieving a remarkable 40-0 victory over Great Britain. Unfortunately, their aspirations for reaching the semifinals were curtailed by a 7-19 loss to New Zealand. Despite this setback, the Fijiana team is determined to build on their strong performance and will face Canada at 8 PM in the classification playoffs.
Both teams are committed to finishing the tournament on a positive note as Fiji seeks to clinch silverware in Cape Town. Fans are encouraged to catch all the action live on FBC TV, rallying behind both teams in their respective campaigns.