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Flying Fijians thrash Canada in RWC warm-up clash

Flying Fijians thrash Canada in RWC warm-up clash
Nikola Matawaku makes a run for the try line against Canada.

The Vodafone Flying Fijians have sent out a strong message to their World Cup pool opponents after beating Canada 47‑18 in their final warm‑up match this morning.

Nikola Matawalu and Waisea Nayacalevu both finished with two tries each.

Matawalu limped off just before half‑time after having scored two impressive tries and set up Nayacalevu for the first of his two scores.

With the return of Nemani Nadolo on the left wing, Fiji did not squander any goalkicking opportunities as the Crusaders star finished with a 100 percent record from nine attempts.

Fiji led 30‑8 at half‑time.

Fiji noticeably slipped out of top gear in the second half as Canada rallied, with Fiji down to 14 men after Netani Talei was sin‑binned for a dangerous tackle.

Canada fought back with two tries to Phil MacKenzie but a quick score in the corner for Nayacalevu's second try ended any chance of a fightback.

Instead it was Metuisela Talebula who rounded off the scoring with an interception try just before full‑time to take Fiji to their total of 47 points with another successful kick by Nadolo.

Fiji will face England in their World Cup opening match at 7am on the 19th of this month.

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