The Fiji Airways Men’s 7s team is preparing to face off against France in the fifth-place final of the HSBC SVNS Perth 7s in Australia tonight. The match is scheduled to commence at 9:27 PM local time.

Fiji, under coach Osea Kolinisau, exited the Cup quarterfinals the previous night after suffering a 19-0 defeat against South Africa. Meanwhile, France, who are the Olympic champions and finalists at the Cape Town 7s, also faced disappointment in their quarterfinal match, losing to host Australia with a score of 23-14.

In addition to the Fiji vs. France match, the evening will feature the first Cup semifinal where defending champions Argentina will take on Spain at 7:05 PM, followed by another semifinal clash between South Africa and Australia at 7:27 PM.

This final matchup between Fiji and France presents an opportunity for both teams to conclude the tournament on a high note. Despite the disappointments earlier in the competition, both sides have shown resilience and skill, which adds an exciting element to this encounter.

Fans and analysts are looking forward to this match, hopeful that Fiji can leverage their past experiences and showcase their talent against a strong French side. This anticipation underscores the competitive nature of rugby sevens and the potential for thrilling performances that could define the tournament.