Fiji Rugby has today announced that the nation will take on Wales at Cardiff City Stadium on Saturday, 4th July.
The Fiji Water Flying Fijians will be taking on Wales as part of their Nations Championship campaign and while many of the nations will travel south for their fixtures, Fiji Rugby are hosting their home games in the Northern Hemisphere.
The inaugural Nations Championship matches are scheduled to kick off in July 2026. Fiji will take on Wales before facing England and Scotland over three consecutive weekends in July.
The game will provide a fantastic opportunity for Welsh rugby fans to experience a taste of Fijian culture. As designated home fixtures, the matches will be a celebration of Fiji’s culture and heritage, with fan zones that feature traditional music, food, entertainment and cultural performances, creating an authentic home-match atmosphere to bring the team closer to its global fan base.
Hosting the home game in Wales will be a historic moment and an unprecedented opportunity for Fiji Rugby to generate significant commercial returns that can be reinvested into grassroots rugby, enhanced facilities, player welfare, women’s rugby and high-performance programmes back in Fiji. By hosting the fixture in Wales, Fiji is looking to preserve its status as a High Performance Union by helping nurture and retain talent and build long-term competitiveness.
Mr Koli Sewabu, CEO of Fiji Rugby Union, shared his excitement ahead of the tournament: “Although our match against Wales won’t be played in Fiji, we’re determined to make each fixture feel every bit like a home game. Fans can expect a vibrant, festival-like atmosphere, a true celebration of Fijian rugby culture both on and off the pitch.
“We’ll be bringing our trademark flair, electric energy and passion, alongside the unmistakable sounds of Fijian island music, powerful traditional cultural performances and authentic Fijian cuisine, bringing the warmth, flavour and spirit of Fiji to life at the match.
“We’ll be giving absolutely everything on the field, and playing in a world-class stadium makes the occasion even more special. We’re excited to share that stage with the incredible support we know will be there to lift us.
“It’s also a great opportunity to raise the profile of Fijian rugby, showcase our culture, and connect with our diaspora and fans from the Northern Hemisphere. The success of these fixtures will enable us to invest more into grassroots rugby supporting the continued growth and success of the team.”
Wales head coach Steve Tandy added: “We’re excited for the Nations Championship and the new competition format for our summer and autumn games.
“To start with an away fixture for us at Cardiff City Stadium against Fiji is going to be incredible. We know they like a fast, free-flowing game and I’m sure it’ll be an exciting match for fans.”
Cardiff City FC Head of Operations, Wayne Nash, said: “We’re very pleased to be welcoming Fiji Rugby to Cardiff City Stadium this summer and look forward to what will no doubt be another memorable occasion at the home of Cardiff City Football Club.
“Cardiff City Stadium has hosted countless international standard sporting and musical events since we opened our doors in 2009 and I’ve no doubt we’re set for another highlight when the Flying Fijians come to town to play Wales.”
Fiji Rugby Nations Championship – Pool Stage Fixtures
- Round 1: Fiji vs Wales – 4 July @ Cardiff City Stadium
- Round 2: Fiji vs England – 11 July @ Hill Dickinson Stadium
- Round 3: Fiji vs Scotland – 18 July @ Scottish Gas Murrayfield
With three high-profile encounters scheduled in iconic venues, Fiji are poised for a thrilling Nations Championship campaign as they aim to make their mark on the Northern hemisphere, providing a world class experience for fans.
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