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‘It’s time’: Joseph Suaalii, 17, named for NRL debut with Sydney Roosters after choosing league over rugby – Stuff.co.nz
Talented teen, who was chased by Australian rugby, gained an unpredecented exemption to play before his 18th birthday and his coach says "it’s time for him to start…
The most-hyped NRL debut in memory will finally arrive on Saturday night with the Sydney Roosters confirming Joseph Suaalii will face Brisbane.
The Roosters have announced that Suaalii would come into the side at the SCG, set to play in the club’s backline against the Broncos.
His debut will come after almost a year of debate about the 17-year-old, with the Roosters gaining an exemption earlier in the season to play him before his 18th birthday.
Joseph Suaalii, 17, will make his NRL debut for…
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