Tonga finalizes World Cup squad, cuts Fotuaika, clears Amone
Zero Tackle NRL • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 9, 2026, 4:01 AM
Last updated Oct 9, 2026
Tonga has confirmed its 24-player squad for the Rugby League World Cup, which includes Talatau Amone after receiving clearance to participate. Amone, previously deregistered from the NRL, has returned to form in the Queensland Cup, leading to his selection. The team, however, has dropped prop Moeaki Fotuaika, who struggled during the season and hasn't played since its conclusion. Tonga is bolstering its depth in the halves with Amone and should see him start alongside Isaiya Katoa.
- •Talatau Amone confirmed eligible for Rugby League World Cup.
- •Moeaki Fotuaika dropped from the final squad.
- •Amone has shown strong form in the Queensland Cup.
- •Tonga's depth issues in the halves factored into selections.
- •Amone likely to start alongside Isaiya Katoa.
- 4:01 AMZero Tackle NRL — Tonga confirm final World Cup squad with prop cut, call made on half
"Tonga received clearance to name 24 players earlier this week.
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