Nine News - CCTV vision of the Brisbane nightclub brawl that reportedly led to Samoan rugby league star Tautau Moga being arrested has emerged.
North Queensland three quarter Moga was partying with his Samoa teammates ahead of Saturday’s Four Nations opener against England, when a disagreement broke out outside the Hot Gossip nightclub in Fortitude Valley.
The vision shows the men wrestling on the street as shocked bystanders look on.
Moga is said to be one of eight men charged over offences including public nuisance and assault.
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Police had to use pepper spray before they could make the first arrest.
Management from Hot Gossip told 9NEWS the fuss began between two men who exchanged heated words inside the club.
They were kicked out by security onto Brunswick St. Staff believe the trouble then began.
Canterbury utility Reni Maitua was also believed to be present at the nightclub.
The NRL Integrity Unit is investigating the involvement of at least three Samoan players.
The men arrested will face court on November 4.
Australia play New Zealand on Saturday’s double-header bill to kick off the four-week tournament.
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