Writer: Melissa Ramus | Photographer: Rashad Griffin Sr.
Location: Snapdragon Stadium, San Diego, CA
The New Zealand All Blacks delivered a masterclass in rugby
at Snapdragon Stadium, dismantling Fiji 47-5 in front of a
packed crowd of 30,000 passionate fans.
The All Blacks were dominant from the opening whistle, scoring
seven tries throughout the match. Their speed, agility and
tactical precision left Fiji with little room to breathe.
While the Fijian side showed resilience and fought hard
throughout, the All Blacks’ firepower proved too much to
contain.
The match marked the All Blacks’ return to San Diego after
more than four decades — their last appearance in the city
came in 1980, when they defeated the United States 53-6.
The return was long overdue and the city delivered a
reception to match.
All Blacks captain Scott Barrett expressed his appreciation
for the warm welcome from San Diego’s rugby community and
the fans who traveled from across the world to support
their team.
The atmosphere inside Snapdragon was electric all night —
fans on their feet for every try, every tackle and every
moment of brilliance. For rugby enthusiasts in San Diego,
this was a once-in-a-generation moment at their home
stadium.
Cali Camera Media was pitchside for the full match. Full
gallery coming soon.
