Hansen keeps the faith

Wales 27 Tonga 20

Hansen keeps the faith
Sun, 19 Oct, 2003 - 15:58

Wales 27 Tonga 20

Wales coach Steve Hansen insisted all was not lost despite his side having taken a step backwards in their attempts to reach the last eight of the World Cup.

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