Louis Rees-Zammit believes Wales can reignite fan excitement despite finishing with the wooden spoon in the 2026 Six Nations. The returning rugby star emphasized the importance of strong starts to energize the Cardiff crowd, particularly ahead of their final match against Italy. Rees-Zammit's insights come after Wales narrowly lost to Scotland and Ireland in recent matches.

Rees-Zammit, who returned from an NFL bid last summer, has won only one of his seven Test appearances. He highlighted how Wales led until the 75th minute against Scotland and were competitive against Ireland, trailing by just a score until the 76th minute. The winger stressed that building trust within the team has led to more exciting performances.

Despite the disappointing tournament outcome, Rees-Zammit remains confident about Wales' progress. He noted that recent games against Scotland and Ireland, both well-established teams, showed positive signs of development. The Cardiff faithful's support, particularly evident during the Scotland match, has been crucial in boosting team morale and performance.