Time for Equality: Tonga and Samoa Urge NRL
The rise of Tonga and Samoa has highlighted the need for greater fairness in funding and support in the international rugby league game.
Tonga's coach, Kristian Woolf, stated that the upcoming Pacific Cup match is the "best example of what the two nations bring to the sport of rugby league" and emphasized that this should lead to greater "respect" and resourcing.
the "best example of what the two nations bring to the sport of rugby league"
Samoa's coach, Ben Gardiner, supported Woolf's claims, with both teams citing issues beyond pay, including travel and off-field conditions, as areas that require improvement.
- Greater fairness in funding and support
- Improved travel conditions
- Better off-field conditions
The Pacific Cup match is expected to draw over 45,000 spectators, further emphasizing the need for equality in the international game.
Author's summary: Tonga and Samoa seek equality in NRL funding and support.