The Fiji Water Flying Fijians are set for an exciting semi-final match against the USA in the Asahi Super Dry Pacific Nations Cup this Saturday. The game is slated for 10:05 PM Fiji time and will take place at the Chichibu Memorial Stadium in Tokyo, Japan.
The Flying Fijians secured their position as the leaders of Pool A, while the USA finished as the runners-up in Pool B. Japan, which topped Pool B, will face Samoa in the second semi-final the following day, September 15th, at 6:05 PM Fiji time at the same location.
Following their impressive win over Tonga, the Flying Fijians returned to Nadi over the weekend and resumed training today. Although there are no significant injury reports within the squad, the team will be missing centre Adrea Cocagi, who is suspended for the next four matches after receiving a red card during the Tonga game.
Coach Mick Byrne shared his confidence in the team’s capabilities after the match in Nuku’alofa, saying, “I don’t know whether there’s a ceiling (referring to growth) in this squad as they’re a very talented team.”
Additionally, Tonga and Canada will compete for fifth place on September 14th at 7:00 PM Fiji time, also at Prince Chichibu Memorial Stadium.