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Can the UK Armed Forces beat Fiji? How to watch the forces rugby world cup semi-final live

Watch: Don't miss the 2023 International Defence Rugby Competition LIVE.

The UK Armed Forces face fierce rivals Fiji in the semi-final of the International Defence Rugby Competition (IDRC) in France.

UKAF will be looking for redemption from their 2019 IDRC final defeat against Fiji in Japan, which saw them lose 31-17. 

Their semi-final appearance comes after UKAF's successful run in the pool stages of the tournament, winning their games against Tonga, Georgia and Spain

If the UKAF team win the semi-final against Fiji, they'll either face Australia or home team France in the final. 

The UKAF v Fiji semi-final will be show live on the Forces News YouTube channel and catch-up will be available on each match through BFBS TV (for serving personnel only).

Full coverage begins on Sunday 3 September at 12:45 BST with kick-off at 13:00 BST.

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