The Fiji Airways men’s 7s team is set to face Argentina in the semi-finals of the Cape Town tournament, following a decisive victory over the South Americans during the Dubai pool stage just a week earlier. This matchup appears favorable for Fiji, as they carry the momentum from their previous success.
The semi-final lineup was determined after an intense final round of pool play that dramatically altered the tournament’s landscape, resulting in surprising eliminations among several strong contenders. Notably, the newly crowned Dubai champions, New Zealand, along with finalists Australia, were both knocked out of contention, showcasing the challenges posed by the revamped HSBC SVNS format that has tested squad depth and consistency.
Defending champions South Africa, however, remained unbeaten throughout the pool matches, securing their position in the semi-finals with three straight wins. They will compete against France in the other semi-final match.
The competition also witnessed a thrilling conclusion when Spain, demonstrating significant improvement this season, fell short of securing a semi-final berth after conceding a late try to Argentina. This crucial moment allowed Los Pumas Sevens to earn a bonus point, propelling Argentina to the top of the pool standings and solidifying their match against Fiji.
France finished in second place in their group, while last season’s Grand Final runners-up will be aiming for a higher placement this time around. Fiji heads into tonight’s knockout match with boosted confidence following a strong 35-5 victory over New Zealand and their recent dominance over Argentina. The highly anticipated clash will take place at 10:44 PM and will be broadcast live on FBC TV.
As the tournament progresses, hopes remain high for Fiji to leverage their recent performance and secure a place in the finals.
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