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Why Wales have a lot to prove despite beating Japan

Why Wales have a lot to prove despite beating Japan

Summary

Wales beat Japan 28-21 in their opening Nations Championship match, but their performance was uneven and left coach Steve Tandy and captain Dewi Lake wanting more. Louis Rees-Zammit stood out, while Wales now face New Zealand and Australia in their next two matches.

Key Facts

  • Wales defeated Japan 28-21 at the Principality Stadium.
  • The win was Steve Tandy's fourth in 13 matches as Wales head coach.
  • Louis Rees-Zammit scored his first international try in eight matches and was named player of the match.
  • Rees-Zammit made five of Wales' 16 line breaks, gained 121 metres and beat 13 defenders.
  • Josh Adams scored two tries for Wales.
  • Wales had 40% of possession and territory and made 227 tackles, compared with Japan's 115.
  • Wales will host New Zealand next Saturday and Australia the following weekend.
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