It is more than pride at stake for the Flying Fijians in this afternoon's Pacific Nation Cup match against Samoa.
The Deacon Manu led side have to prove at the TFL Stadium that the preparation for the Rugby World Cup campaign is on track when they meet their Pacific neighbors who they are pool together in the Rugby World Cup.
With eight changes in the starting line up the coaching staffs have demanded a win to keep their hopes of winning the first PNC title alive.
Manu believes they know the task at hand against Samoa will not be easy but he has faith in the players to do the nation proud this afternoon.
For Samoan captain, Mahonri Schwalger is also confident that his boys will stand to what Fiji will throw at them.
The Fiji and Samoa match kickoff at 3.10pm and you can catch a live commentary on our sister station Viti FM.
Meanwhile the Tonga and Japan game has just kicked off at the TFL Stadium and Japan is currently leading Tonga by 7-3.
Story by: Dreu Vukailagi
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Pride at stake for Flying Fijians
