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Pre-match press conference with Wales defence coach Peter Murchie ahead of Wales v Japan in the Nations Championship at Principality Stadium on Saturday 7 November 2026.
Murchie addresses expectations for Wales this November, the demand for Test wins and the defensive improvements needed after the summer matches against Fiji, Argentina and South Africa.
He assesses Japan's threats and reflects on their rugby culture, training demands and his experience coaching in Kobe, including working with Ardie Savea.
Murchie also discusses the latest tackle law guidance, including hip drop tackles and tackling with a knee on the ground.
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⏱ Timeline
0:00 Settling into the Wales role with more preparation time
0:42 Improving the Wales defence after a tough Six Nations
1:36 Lessons from Fiji, Argentina and South Africa in summer
3:02 Assessing Japan and the threats they pose against Wales
4:29 New tackle law guidance and the impact on defending
5:53 Japanese rugby culture and demanding training methods
6:57 Comparing Japanese training with Premiership and URC
7:40 Coaching in Kobe and getting messages across to players
8:26 Wales target Test wins and consistency this November
9:01 Turning improved performances into more Wales victories
9:53 Facing stronger opponents and raising performance levels
10:23 Outro | Please like the video and subscribe!
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