The FIJI Water Flying Fijians are preparing for an exciting Semi-Final match against the USA in the Asahi Super Dry Pacific Nations Cup this Saturday.
The game is set to kick off at 10:05 PM Fiji time at the Chichibu Memorial Stadium in Tokyo, Japan.
Having finished as Pool A leaders, the Flying Fijians will take on the USA, who were the runners-up in Pool B. Japan secured the top spot in Pool B and will face Samoa in the other semi-final, scheduled for September 15 at 6:05 PM Fiji time, also at the same venue.
Following their impressive win against Tonga, the Flying Fijians returned to Nadi over the weekend and resumed training today.
While there are no major injury concerns within the camp, the team will be missing centre Adrea Cocagi, who is sidelined for the next four matches due to a red card issued in the Tonga game.
Coach Mick Byrne shared his confidence in the team’s capabilities, remarking after the victory in Nuku’alofa: “I don’t know whether there’s a ceiling in this squad as they’re a very talented team.”
On a separate note, Tonga and Canada will compete for fifth place on September 14 at 7:00 PM Fiji time, also at the Prince Chichibu Memorial Stadium.