Halbrowne61
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Don’t write off Samoa just yet… I think they could be a sneaky chance for an upset tonight.
2022 RLWC
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innsaneink
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Sualii leads with the knee in possession- penalty Tonga... Tupou scores next set
Nicely picked
Speed2burn
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I just reckon England are too clinical / smart. Samoa have talent in spades but putting it all together on a footy field is another thing
innsaneink
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I'm not sure but I think Samoa were favourites
Was a good tough game Tonga lacking class in the spine.... But finally a contest.
The penalty to split the gap a bit dubious and yet again Klein leaves his stain on the game
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TillLindemann
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Nah Tonga were the favourites for this one.
Was a good game. I thought Tonga were going to win it in the last couple of minutes.
earl
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I was just going to state the same thing.
TillLindemann
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I don't think Samoa has much of a chance next week. England has been dominant in every one of their games so far.
happy_tiger
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They've improved 100 % since the 1st game ...but not enough to beat the Poms ....unfortunately
Tonga a major disappointment ...still need a spine
tig_prmz
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Who planned this crappy draw where Tonga doesn't ever vs Australia. There's only ever one Aus vs NZ/Eng game, Eng/NZ never happens. NZ vs Tonga/Samoa may never happen.
Cricket world cup was 10x more entertaining.
Cricket world cup was 10x more entertaining.
Halbrowne61
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Never really thought about it .
I thought it was set up as per the IRL rankings, which is normal procedure for these type of tournaments.
I would imagine that introducing all those developing nations has meant the only chance for the “big teams” to meet is in semis etc.
Hopefully this tournament will cause a reboot in International fixtures where we see regular Test series between the Top 4-8 countries.
The draw was set up for England to have their best chance of playing in the final in both mens and womens tournaments.They avoid Aus/NZ till the final in the mens and Aus/NZ in the womens till the semis.
Halbrowne61
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Makes sense as its their party and have to maximise returns to pay the bills.
Is there a Ladies tournament on ?
dazza65
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Just watched the highlights FIJI v NZ - Fiji really unlucky - what about ol Kev, he’s a freak
Yes and i am enjoying watching it Aus play NZ later this week to see who tops their division
Halbrowne61
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Good for you.
I prefer to wait for the launch of the Mens National Netball League ( equality) so then we can play Womens/Mens double headers.
What’s that you say…,,, You mean to tell me that’s not going to happen, OMG sexism is rife in major sport.
You are preaching to the converted,i have been a supporter of mens and womens sport for many years.These days the attitude of women players in all sports is far better than the prima donnas who play mens sport soccer on particular
Halbrowne61
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No it’s not, womens footy, of any type, just doesnt cut it with me. And yes, I’ve watched it all and tried to appreciate it.
Sorry this old timer is totally against it and well over it, already.
My tongue in cheek comment about the Netball is only because why hasn’t that happened ?
Coz it wouldn’t sit right ! I rest my case.
Halbrowne61
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In England correct .
Why are you totally against women's footy?
