[1] Finland played their first ever rugby international in 1982 against Switzerland, which they lost.

Finland went on to win their first international in 1991, defeating Norway 18 points to 3 They played Monaco in 2002.

Finland's attempt to qualify for the 2007 Rugby World Cup in France began in Round 1 of the European tournaments.

They faced Bulgaria in a two match series as part of the Round 1 group to determine which nation would advance.

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