Fiji faced a tough defeat in their second pool match at the Vancouver Sevens, losing 17–14 to Argentina in a closely contested game that saw them on the brink of victory. The match was marked by an impressive start from the Fijians, with Viwa Naduvalo scoring the first try just three minutes in and successfully converting it, giving Fiji an early 7–0 lead.
Argentina quickly responded, with Pedro De Haro crossing the line in the fifth minute to narrow the score to 7–5. Fiji’s Terio Veilawa then showcased his skills by scoring a well-executed try in the sixth minute, which he converted to extend their lead to 14–5.
Despite Fiji’s apparent control during much of the match, Argentina made a strong comeback just before halftime. Tries from Santino Zangara and Luciano Gonzalez shifted the momentum, putting the South Americans back in contention.
As the match drew to a close, a crucial late try from Argentina, followed by an important conversion from De Haro, sealed the 17–14 victory, leaving Fiji to reflect on what could have been a critical win in the pool stages. This match underscores the unpredictability of sevens rugby, where momentum can shift rapidly, and even a small error can lead to missed opportunities.
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