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Nick Campton in Manchester

Why Tino Fa'asuamaleaui was stuck between two worlds in the World Cup final

Australian prop Tino Fa'asuamaleaui has revealed his difficult build-up to the Kangaroos World Cup final victory over Samoa after copping social media accusations that he had turned his back on his heritage.

Fa'asuamaleaui was caught between two nationalities for the final: He is of Samoan descent through his father and has played for them in the past, but opted to wear the green and gold for this tournament.

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