Wales defeat Fiji 39-24 in Nations Championship opener

Wales opened their 2026 Nations Championship campaign with a 39‑24 victory over Fiji at Cardiff City Stadium. The hosts recorded six tries – two by flanker Jac Morgan, who was named player of the match – and added scores from Rhys Carre, Josh Adams, Ryan Elias and Eddie James. Fiji led 10‑0 within the first three minutes and dominated the first half, finishing the interval level at 10‑10, but Wales turned the game around after halftime with superior set‑piece work and sustained pressure. The match was played before a crowd of 16,456 after a last‑minute resolution of a payment‑fee dispute between the Welsh Rugby Union and the players. Fiji’s tries came from Pita Gus Sowakula, Elia Canakaivata and Selestino Ravutaumada, with Isaiah Armstrong‑Ravula adding nine points. Wales will travel to Argentina for their next test, while Fiji host England in Liverpool. The win gave Wales back‑to‑back test victories for the first time since the 2023 World Cup.