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Portugal coach who shocked Flying Fijians takes charge of Fiji Latui
Sewabu says Latui fills crucial gap in Fiji's player development pathway.
Thursday 05 November 2026 | 09:30
Updated 05 November 2026 | 12:22 FJT
The coach who guided Portugal to a 24-23 victory over the Flying Fijians at the 2023 Rugby World Cup has been named the Fiji Latui’s rugby director.
He is legendary former France rugby winger Patrice Lagisquet, who was nicknamed the “Bayonne Express” during his playing career.
The Fiji Rugby Union (FRU) announcement is part of its plan to strengthen the development pathway and prepare the next generation of Flying Fijians through the return of the Fiji Latui.
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