The Sea Eagles for the opening of their World Cup in France will have the formidable privilege of facing the world number 1 (ranking I of August 23, 2023).
In the Beaujoire stadium in Nantes on September 16, the challenge will be beyond the expectations of an entire people.
This Beaujoire stadium, little known to the world of rugby, remains and will remain that of a prestigious afternoon for the XV of France which will carry Shelford and his black jersey to the abyss of pain, but above all the magical theater of the Fijians, an after- September midday during the unforgettable 2007 World Cup to dominate Wales and reach the finals again.

A place where David once slew Goliath!!!!!

Facing an undefeated team since July 9, 2022 in Dunedin, the Tongans will not present themselves as favorites. The Kefu's boys, coming out of an unconvincing PNC with its share of injuries, will arrive in France with certainties and many assets.

The IRB rule allowing the exfiltrated 'DESPITE THEM' to finally be able to represent their country, adding to the quality of the training will leave room for a competitive team.

This team never stingy with exploits dominating France in 1999 in Nuku?alofa then in Wellington in 2011 never gives up and will proudly wear the red and white colors of Tonga.