Wales captain has expressed his admiration for the Fijian team following their hard-fought victory, admitting that he felt disheartened after his team’s narrow 24-19 defeat. “It’s difficult to encapsulate my feelings—I’m immensely disappointed,” Lake stated.
He shared his team’s intentions leading up to the match, emphasizing their commitment to secure a win, which unfortunately did not materialize. Despite his team’s frustration, Lake took the time to commend Fiji for achieving their first victory over Wales in Cardiff.
“Fiji played exceptionally well, and credit goes to them for their performance,” he noted. However, he pointed out that their lack of discipline contributed to their downfall, especially in critical moments of the game. “We created plentiful opportunities in the red zone but failed to capitalize on them,” he admitted. After enjoying a four-point lead and scoring two tries—one of which was disallowed—Lake recognized that discipline was a significant factor in their loss. “Our penalty count was unfavorable, and this is an aspect that we must improve upon,” he concluded.
This loss is a learning experience for the Welsh team, who now have the opportunity to reflect on their gameplay and improve their discipline moving forward. With their competitive spirit, there is hope that they will rebound stronger in their upcoming matches.
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