Former All Black set for Samoa debut against Brave Blossoms

Former All Blacks prop Charlie Faumuina is slated to make his debut for Manu Samoa this weekend against Japan. The imposing 130kg prop has been named on the bench, adding excitement to the upcoming rugby union match.

Faumuina, previously representing the All Blacks, made the decision to honor his Samoan heritage and now joins the Manu Samoa squad and is named on the bench for the game in Japan.

The team's lineup combines experienced players and young talent. Players to watch include fullback Danny Toala and wingers Neria Foma’i and Tumua Manu, known for their speed and try-scoring ability. The midfield is made up of duo of Ulupano Seuteni and Duncan Paia’aua.

Former Wallaby Christan Leali’iafano is at fly-half and Jonathan Taumateine as scrum-half lead the team's game plan. A formidable back row of So’otala Fa’aso’o, Alamanda Motuga, and Taleni Seu will be looking to make an impact at the Sapporo Dome.

Paul Alo-Emile captains the team at tighthead prop, supported by the second-row combination of Michael Curry and Brian Alainu’uese.

Manu Samoa: 15 Danny Toala, 14 Neria Foma’i, 13 Ulupano Seuteni, 12 Duncan Paia’aua, 11 Tumua Manu, 10 Christan Leali’iafano, 9 Jonathan Taumateine, 8 So’otala Fa’aso’o, 7 Alamanda Motuga, 6 Taleni Seu, 5 Michael Curry, 4 Brian Alainu’uese, 3 Paul Alo-Emile (c), 2 Luteru Tolai, 1 Jordan Lay

Replacements: 16 Ray Nivia, 17 Tietie Tuimauga, 18 Charlie Faumuina, 19 Genesis Mamea-Lemalu, 20 Miracle Fai’ilagi, 21 Melani Matavao, 22 Martini Talapusi, 23 Ed Fidow