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Atalifo and Donaldson to make their debut

Atalifo and Donaldson to make their debut

By Akuila Cama and Rusiate Baleilevuka
20/06/2014

Suva prop forward Leeroy Atalifo and Nadroga fullback Isoa Donaldson are expected to make their debut tomorrow.

The pair has been named on the bench for Fiji with head coach John McKee making four changes to the starting lineup.

The only change in the forwards sees Nemani Nagusa returning at number eight.

In the backline, Chiefs winger Asaeli Tikoirotuma will be at centre and Napolioni Nalaga takes his place back on the wing while Metuisela Talebula will start at fullback.

McKee is looking forward to see how the scrum will turn out in tomorrow’s clash against Manu Samoa.

Flying Fijians captain Akapusi Qera said they are looking forward to a physical game.

The Flying Fijians will take on Samoa tomorrow at the ANZ Stadium at 3pm and you can catch the live commentary our sister station VITI FM.

Fiji: Campese Ma’afu, Tuapati Talemaitoga, Manasa  Saulo, Apisalome Ratuniyarawa, Leone Nakarawa, Domoniko Waqaniburotu, Akapusi Qera (Captain), Nemani Nagusa, Nikola Matawalu, Jonetani Ralulu, Sireli Bobo, Nemani Nadolo, Asaeli Tikoirotuma, Napolioni Nalaga, Metuisela Talebula.

Reserves: Sunia Koto, Jerry Yanuyanutawa, Leroy Atalifo, Wame Lewaravu, Malakai Ravulo, Nemia Kenatale, Watisoni Votu, Isoa Donaldson. 

Samoa: Logovii Mulipola, Tii Paulo, James Johnston, Teofilo Paulo, Daniel Leo, Maurie Faasavalu, Jack Lam, Taiasina Tuifua, Kahn Fotualii ,Tusiata Pisi, David Lemi (Captain), John Leota, George Pisi, Fautua Otto, Faatoina  Autagavaia.

Reserves: Wayne Ole Avei, Anthony Perenise, Census Johnston, Piula  Faasalele, Iosefa Tekori, Vavao Afemai, Patrick Faapale, Anitelea Tuilagi.

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