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  •   Home > News > Sports > Rugby League

    Warriors halfback Luke Metcalf has spoken out about the criticism he copped following their disastrous NRL season-opener against the Raiders in Las Vegas

    Warriors halfback Luke Metcalf has spoken out about the criticism he copped following their disastrous NRL season-opener against the Raiders in Las Vegas

    - article from www.rugbyleague.co.nz

    They bounced back to stun the Sea Eagles and Metcalf will again steer the side against the Roosters at Mt Smart tomorrow night.

    Metcalf welcomes the noise.



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