Defending champions Southland Broncos kicked off their campaign in the 2026 McDonald’s Coral Coast 7s under-20 tournament with a nail-biting victory over JVJQ Brothers, winning 19-17 in a match held at Lawaqa Park in Sigatoka. Despite the hard-fought win, head coach Aca Ratuva is cognizant of the challenges that lie ahead as the team aims to retain their title.
Ratuva expressed that the match was as intense as they had anticipated, noting that the two-point margin underscored the competitiveness of the contest. “It was a very tough one; we expected that, so the boys were not surprised. We have a big task at hand, and we will take each game at a time,” he stated, emphasizing the team’s focus on approaching the tournament one match at a time.
The 2026 McDonald’s Coral Coast 7s is scheduled to run through Saturday, and fans can keep up with the excitement by tuning in to FBC Sports for live coverage of the games. As the tournament unfolds, the resolve of the Southland Broncos will be tested further, promising an exhilarating showdown in Fiji’s vibrant rugby scene.
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