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Rugby: Samoan government withdraws support for Lakapi Samoa
World Rugby says Samoa could face a four-year suspension if officials do not accept a proposed review of the government’s support withdrawal.
- On Wednesday, the Samoan Government withdrew recognition and financial support for Lakapi Samoa, citing "unresolved internal issues and division" within the national rugby union.
- Schmidt had previously threatened to establish a rival governing body, alleging the union mismanaged funds and failed to address concerns raised by former players and coaches.
- World Rugby set a Friday deadline for the Samoan Government to accept a proposed review, warning of a potential four-year suspension from international competition.
- Lakapi Samoa board chairman Namulauulu Sami Leota warned that government interference could spell disaster for the sport, which remains the officially recognized body by World Rugby.
- Samoa's international rugby standing has diminished to an all-time low of 20th, with the team barely qualifying for next year's expanded World Cup in Australia.
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On Thursday, July 30, Samoa's Prime Minister, Lauatea Schmidt, withdrew the government's support for the selection of rugby. Samoa's team is facing a global suspension and is not participating in the 2027 World Cup.
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