Fiji expecting a strong Samoan side
The Vodafone Flying Fijians are expecting a different Samoan team in this weekend’s final round of Pacific Nations Cup. The last time the two teams met was in 2019 where Fiji won 10-8. Flying Fijians coach,
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Few decisions to make before the Samoa clash – Cotter
Vodafone Flying Fijians coach Vern Cotter says they have a few decisions to make before the final team is announced for the Samoa clash. Cotter says they have to improve in areas such as the rucks, be aggressive i
We have to live up to the trademarks that the team is known for – Cotter
Vodafone Flying Fijians Coach Vern Cotter says this weekend, they have to live up to the trademarks that the team is known for. Cotter says they would also like to see a big improvement on how they express themsel
Fiji remains in 11th place in World Rugby rankings while France and Ireland move up to 1st and 2nd
Despite losing to Australia A last Saturday in the Pacific Nations Cup, the Vodafone Flying Fijians remain in 11th place in the World Rugby Men's ranking, however, the All Blacks have dropped to 4th place, while France
Changes expected to the line-up with Tela and Kunavula picking up injuries
Vodafone Flying Fijians coach Vern Cotter has indicated changes to the line-up for the final game against Samoa in the Pacific Nations Cup this week. Cotter says they will look at the team strategically before dec
We started playing as individuals and we lost sight of our strengths - Cotter
Vodafone Flying Fijians coach Vern Cotter says it’s disappointing that we could not rise to the challenge that Australia A offered s as we complicated things by not sticking to the simple things and doing them well.
Fiji loses to Australia A 32 - 18
The Vodafone Flying Fijians have lost to Australia A 32-18 in their second game of the Pacific Nations Cup at Churchill Park. Fiji started off well with Seta Tamanivalu scoring in the first half and captain Levani
Wearing the white jersey in front of my family will be very special – Mesake Doge
Vodafone Flying Fijians prop, Mesake Doge says to wearing the white jersey in front of his family will be very special for him when they take on Australia A in the Pacific Nations Cup this afternoon. From humble b
Mataele to provide full-back options for the future - Cotter
Vodafone Flying Fijians coach Vern Cotter has outlined plans for the future and says Manasa Mataele at full-back will give him more options going forward. He says the only specialized player for that position for
It was a hard decision to rest Wainiqolo – Cotter
Vodafone Flying Fijians coach Vern Cotter says it was a hard decision to rest Jiuta Wainiqolo after he had a good outing against Tonga. Cotter says there’s a lot of competition within the team and everyone is exc
No disruption in halfback and flyhalf combination - Cotter
Vodafone Flying Fijians Coach Vern Cotter says he will not disrupt the halfback and flyhalf combination of Frank Lomani and Teti Tela as they dictated the pace of the game against Tonga well. He says Ben Volavola w
Cotter rates Nasove highly
Vodafone Flying Fijians loose-forward Rusiate Nasove has been rated as the most hard working player in the team by coach Vern Cotter. Cotter praised Nasove for his defensive efforts, saying he is the type of playe
Tuisova praises the performances of Wainiqolo and Habosi
Vodafone Flying Fijians winger Josua Tuisova has praised the performances of Jiuta Wainiqolo and Vinaya Habosi. He says both players have been performing really well in their rugby career, and he is looking forw
Botia will primarily be utilised in the midfield - Cotter
Vodafone Flying Fijians utility, Levani Botia will primarily be utilised in the midfield during the Pacific Nations Cup. While speaking to fijivillage, coach Vern Cotter says if the need arises due to injuries or y
Nestle Fiji launches new 400g Milo pack
To ensure credit is given to those who have made a difference in people’s lives in the country, Nestle Fiji today launched their new 400g Milo pack with former Flying Fijian Seremaia Bai’s 2007 World Cup picture on
There is a lot to work on – Nayacalevu
Vodafone Flying Fijians captain Waisea Nayacalevu says they are excited to have won against Tonga but at the same time there is a lot to work on. As Fiji prepares to face Australia A this weekend, Nayacalevu says
Cotter and Nayacalevu impressed with the new players
The new players in the Vodafone Flying Fijians team jelled in well and were supported by the experienced players according to coach Vern Cotter and captain Waisea Nayacalevu. 5 players made their debut in the 36-0
Habosi and Ravouvou score on debut as Fiji thrash much fancied Tonga 36-0 in PNC
The Vodafone Flying Fijians put on a clinical performance to thrash star studded Tonga 36-0 in the Pacific Nations Cup at the HFC Bank Stadium this afternoon. Tevita Ratuva opened the scoring in the 6th minute befo
An honour to rub shoulders with the big names - Tela
Vodafone Flying Fijians flyhalf, Teti Tela says it is an honour for him to rub shoulders with the big names in the squad as they prepare to take on Tonga in the Pacific Nations Cup this afternoon. Tela has been in
Ravouvou relishing the chance to take on a star studded Tongan backline
Fijian Drua centre Kalaveti Ravouvou who will make his debut for the Vodafone Flying Fijians this afternoon is relishing the opportunity to play against a star studded Tongan backline in their Pacific Nations Cup clash.