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Wales captain says team must improve despite Japan win

Wales defeated Japan 28-21 in the Nations Championship but captain Dewi Lake said the performance fell short of expectations.

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At a glance

  • Wales beat Japan 28-21 in Nations Championship play
  • Captain Dewi Lake described the performance as lacklustre
  • Lake said there is significant room for improvement

Wales secured a Nations Championship victory over Japan with a final score of 28-21. However, captain Dewi Lake indicated the team's display was not up to standard and identified areas requiring improvement.

Lake's comments suggest Wales, despite winning, recognises the need to raise performance levels in upcoming matches.

Why it matters

Nations Championship results shape standings and momentum heading into future international fixtures.

Original reporting

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