In an exhilarating match at the Perth 7s, Fiji showcased their resilience by overcoming Spain with a narrow 26-24 victory. The standout performance came from Kavekini Tanivanuakula, who made a significant impact off the bench in the second half, scoring two crucial tries.
The match began with an early onslaught from Spain, who secured their first try just one minute in. Fiji’s efforts to maintain possession were thwarted when Joseva Talacolo received a yellow card for a deliberate knock, allowing Spain’s Jeremy Trevithick to capitalize and score again. Despite being one player down, Fiji managed to keep the scoreboard ticking, with Sevuloni Mocenacagi and Vuiviawa Naduvalo each adding tries. However, a critical error allowed Spain to score again just before halftime, giving them a 19-14 lead.
Tanivanuakula leveled the match 19-19 with an impressive 80-meter dash to the try line. Just as the game seemed to be swinging in Fiji’s favor, Spain managed to squeeze in another try at the end of the match, although their conversion attempt was unsuccessful.
Earlier in the tournament, Fiji had also triumphed over Argentina with a score of 26-10, establishing a strong presence in the pool stages. As they gear up for their final match against South Africa at 10:52 PM, fans can catch all the action live on FBC TV. The team’s determination and fighting spirit continues to inspire as they push for success in the tournament.