Kahn Fotuali’i has arrived in Vancouver Canada to join the Manu Samoa for the allimportant final of the Pacific Nations Cup against Fiji tomorrow.
The experienced halfback, who was among a number of senior players rested after the All Blacks, has been called in to replace Pele Cowley.
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The halfback suffered a broken AC joint in the one-point win over Canada and will be out of play for approximately four weeks.
Hooker Motu Matu’u and midfielder, Paul Perez, will also sit out the final.
“We had quite a few banged up players after that match against Canada,” Betham said.
“We’re obviously watching all injuries with an eye on our London campaign, so we’re pretty pleased that at this stage, these players are looking good for being available for Rugby World Cup selection.”
The Manu Samoa started training at Vancouver yesterday, in preparation for the mouthwatering final tomorrow.
The team will be named today. Samoa’s jaw-dropping final minute win over Canada on Thursday was a physical encounter with three players unavailable tomorrow.
Head Coach Stephen Betham said halfback. Betham said the prognosis for Cowley was positive and that he should be available for Rugby World Cup selection.
Hooker Motu Matuu has been diagnosed with delayed concussion, and will not be available. Resident hookers Manu Leiataua and Andrew Williams will cover his position.
Sizzling centre Paul Perez has suffered a bruised rib and will be rested as well.
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