Lacklustre Wales labour to World Cup victory over adventurous Portugal

Warren Gatland’s much-changed team struggled throughout for control and fluency in the Pool C contest, the highlight of which was Portugal’s attacking flair.
Lacklustre Wales labour to World Cup victory over adventurous Portugal

Wales’ Taulupe Faletau scores their fourth try against Portugal (Mike Egerton/PA).

Wales took another step towards the Rugby World Cup quarter-finals, but they were given a fierce examination by minnows Portugal before winning 28-8 at Stade de Nice.

Warren Gatland’s much-changed team struggled throughout for control and fluency in the Pool C contest, the highlight of which was Portugal’s attacking flair.

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