Time for equality: drawcards Tonga, Samoa urge NRL

Time for Equality: Tonga and Samoa Urge NRL

The rise of Tonga and Samoa has highlighted the need for more fairness in funding and support.

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 that this should lead to greater "respect" and resourcing.

The Suncorp Stadium match is 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.

The Pacific Cup match is expected to draw over 45,000 spectators.

Author's summary: Tonga and Samoa seek equality from NRL.

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The Standard The Standard — 2025-10-25

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