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George North Scores in Final Game as Wales Defeat Barbarians 33-31

George North scored two tries in his final rugby match as Wales defeated the Barbarians 33-31 at Allianz Stadium. Wales prepare to face Fiji next on 4 July.

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George North's Final Contribution in Rugby

Few would have predicted that George North's last contribution to rugby would be a try against Wales.

Wales secured a victory against the Barbarians on Saturday, with George North also claiming a try in his final game before retiring from rugby.

The final score was 31-33, with Dan Edwards scoring two tries, alongside Kieran Hardy, Reuben Morgan-Williams, and winger Ellis Mee also crossing the line.

However, North will leave the sport with his head held high, having scored two tries for the Barbarians after coming off the bench.

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Match Conditions and Upcoming Fixtures

The atmosphere was intense at Allianz Stadium, with temperatures reaching 32°C, as Wales warmed up for the Six Nations Championship with this victory.

The men in red will next face Fiji on Saturday, 4 July.

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