PRESS RELEASE

MANU SAMOA RUGBY WORLD CUP 2007

TOUR REPORT 6

Date: 13th September 2007

RWC Update: Montpellier ; France..

1. Sailosi Tagicakibau who replaces Anetelea Tuilagi (injured wrist) has joined the team in France.

Sailosi Tagicakibau:
• DOB: 14/11/1982,
• Samoa Caps 11, Pacific Islanders 1, RWC 2003/2007
• School Wesley college NZ,
• Height 193cm,
• Weight 100Kg,
• Current Club London Irish,

2. Brian Lima was cleared yesterday by a Neurologist Specialist after taking a second AMR Scan.

He's being rested for the Tonga game and okay for selection process for the England game.

Brian Lima is the most sought player by the media.

Daniel Leo is cleared for selection this week.

Henry Tuilagi is rested for two weeks from bruised ribs.


3. The team for Tonga will be announced tomorrow at 12 noon (France time).

Coaching staff have obtained DVD of Tonga/USA game and are confident of our chances.