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FIJI Water Flying Fijians Prepare to Face All Blacks in San Diego Showdown
As anticipation builds for the highly awaited clash between the FIJI Water Flying Fijians and the All Blacks this Friday at the Snap Dragon Arena, the Fijian squad has settled into San Diego with a focused determination.
Head Coach Mick Byrne has emphasized building team cohesion throughout their tour, which has proven crucial in their preparation for this key encounter. After the team training at the Jewish Academy’s Camp Carmel Creek grounds, Coach Mick expressed confidence in his team’s readiness.
“We’ve had a great opportunity to bond as a team here in San Diego, and the players have adapted well to the conditions,” Byrne shared. “We know the challenge ahead against the All Blacks, but we are focused on our strengths and what we can bring to the game.”
The Flying Fijians, known for their dynamic and physical style of play, have utilized their training sessions to fine-tune areas identified for improvement. “Physicality will be a key aspect of our game plan,” Byrne said. “We’ve worked hard to sharpen our set pieces and improve our defensive structure.”
The Snap Dragon Arena, set to host this historic encounter, promises a thrilling atmosphere as rugby fans eagerly await the clash between these two teams that are expected to deliver a spectacle of high-intensity rugby.
The match will be played in San Diego on Friday at 7.30pm while Flying Fijians fans in Fiji will watch the game Live on Sky Pacific on Saturday at 2.30pm.