The Fiji women’s rugby sevens team faced a challenging start to the HSBC Cape Town 7s, suffering a heavy defeat against the United States with a score of 31-0. The match was marred by a series of technical infringements from the Fijiana side, which led to two yellow cards and forced them to compete with only six players for a significant portion of the match.
The USA showcased strong performances, leading 12-0 at halftime, thanks to two tries from Nia Toliver and a conversion from Kayla Canett. The momentum continued into the second half, where the Americans further extended their lead with three additional tries, including a double from Alyssa Porter and another from Kaylen Thomas. Canett contributed further by adding two more conversions, solidifying the USA’s dominance.
Looking ahead, the Fijiana team will seek to regroup and refocus as they prepare to face Great Britain in their next match scheduled for 10:16 PM. This upcoming match presents an opportunity for the Fijiana to learn from their mistakes and showcase their resilience.
In summary, while the Fijiana faced a tough defeat, the tournament is still ongoing, and they can emerge stronger by addressing their discipline issues. With determination and teamwork, they have the potential to turn their performance around in the remaining matches.
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