The Digicel Fiji 7s team is looking forward to lifting the bar at this weekend's tournament in George, after reaching the finals with a new-look young side in Dubai last weekend.
Speaking to Village Sports, coach Joe Savou said he is unhappy with a few of the referee's decisions but they are prepared to improve their performance in George this weekend.
Meanwhile, New Zealand coach Gordon Tietjens said that after winning in Dubai, they are prepared to successfully defend their title again in George.
Fiji is in Pool B with France, Canada and USA, New Zealand leads Pool A alongside England, Kenya and Zimbabwe, South Africa tops Pool C with Wales, Argentina and Uganda while Samoa, Australia, Scotland and Tunisia are in Pool D.
After the Dubai tournament, New Zealand is in first place with 20 points, second is Fiji with 16 points and England and South Africa are tied at third place with 12 points each.
Improved Performance Expected
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