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Wales not ruthless enough – Tandy

By ROGER PANTING LOUIS Rees-Zammit starred as Wales just about got the job done against Japan to claim a fourth win for head coach Steve Tandy in 13 Tests. But they will need to lift their game to new levels…

By The Rugby Paper Team · The Rugby Paper

Published: Sunday, 8 November 2026 at 3:59 AM

Key Things to Know

Head coach Steve Tandy stated Wales must improve after failing to show enough ruthlessness against Japan.
Wales secured a 28-21 bonus-point victory over Japan to earn Tandy his fourth win in 13 Tests.
Josh Adams scored two tries, with Louis Rees-Zammit and Archie Griffin also scoring.

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Wales head coach Steve Tandy noted that his team must improve following a 28-21 bonus-point victory over Japan. The win marked Tandy's fourth victory in 13 Tests as head coach, though he admitted he anticipated a stronger performance.

Louis Rees-Zammit starred in the match, joining try-scorers Josh Adams, who crossed twice, and prop Archie Griffin. Wales now prepares to face New Zealand on Saturday, needing to elevate their performance level.

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Wales not ruthless enough – Tandy

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