The Fiji Men’s 7s team is gearing up for an exciting start at the prestigious Hong Kong 7s tournament, where they will face the United States in their first match at 4:48 PM Fiji time on Friday. Under the leadership of coach Osea Kolinisau, the team is eager to bounce back from a recent fourth-place finish in the Vancouver 7s, which saw them drop to third in the overall HSBC SVNS Series standings.
After taking on the USA, the Fijian squad will compete against Ireland later on Friday at 7:58 PM, followed by a match against Argentina on Saturday at 4:11 PM. The competition is expected to be tough, with formidable teams such as Ireland and Argentina also in their pool.
On the women’s side, the Fijiana 7s team is also preparing for a hectic schedule. They will open their campaign against Ireland at 4:25 PM on Friday, followed by matches against France at 7:35 PM and Great Britain at 3:25 PM on Saturday. The Fijiana team, fresh off their historic first-ever final appearance in Vancouver, is currently placed eighth in the overall rankings and aims to build on this momentum.
The Hong Kong 7s, running from February 28th to March 30th, promises to be a thrilling celebration of rugby talent, bringing fans together in excitement and anticipation for potential standout performances from both Fijian teams. Their commitment to resilience and excellence not only inspires their supporters but also highlights their determination to achieve greater heights on this significant international platform.
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