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Fiji men’s 7s team face uphill battle in LA after 18th tournament loss

Fiji men’s 7s team face uphill battle in LA after 18th tournament loss

By Mikaele Liga
26/02/2024
World Rugby

The Fiji Airways Men’s National 7s side will face another uphill battle in this week's LA 7s as they have been pooled with Great Britain, France, and Canada.

Vancouver 7s champions, Argentina will take on Ireland, South Africa, and Spain in pool A.

In pool B New Zealand will play hosts USA, Australia, and our Pacific Island neighbours Samoa.

The tournament will be held from Saturday morning to Monday afternoon.

Fiji finished in 6th place after losing to Ireland in the 5th place playoff 24-19.

Argentina have extended their lead at the top of the men’s table with 78 points followed by Ireland and Fiji who are both locked at 54 points each.

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