Late Evans penalty gives Wales win against Japan
Summary
In a rugby match held in Cardiff, Wales achieved a narrow victory against Japan with a last-minute penalty kick by Jarrod Evans, ending a long home losing streak. This win marked new head coach Steve Tandy's first victory. The match was part of the Autumn Nations Series and had several lead changes before Wales secured the win.Key Facts
- Wales won against Japan with a score of 24-23 in Cardiff.
- Jarrod Evans scored the winning penalty kick in the last minute.
- The victory ended Wales' 10-match losing streak at home.
- Wales' coach Steve Tandy celebrated his first win in this role.
- Wales scored three tries by Dan Edwards, Louis Rees-Zammit, and Nick Tompkins.
- Japan scored two tries and a total of 13 points from Seungsin Lee's kicks.
- Wales' player Josh Adams received a 20-minute red card during the match.
- The win maintains Wales' place in the top 12 in the world rankings before the draw for the 2027 World Cup.
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