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 in the international 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 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, backed Woolf's claims, with both teams citing issues beyond pay, including travel and off-field conditions.
- Greater equality in funding and support is needed
- Improved travel and off-field conditions are required
- Respect and resourcing should be increased for Tonga and Samoa
Author's summary: Tonga and Samoa demand equality from NRL.