The Kiwis are ready for tomorrow’s test and won’t be taking Toa Samoa lightly.
The Kiwis are aware the visitors pose a huge threat with a number of key players having played for New Zealand only a year ago.
Expect a fast-running game led by Kiwi player Kieran Foran with the assistance of Dean Whare who was in doubt earlier in the week with injury.
His return boosts the side as they look to take a new approach, given Frank Prichard, Antonio Winterstein and Captain David Fa’alogo of their opposition are too familiar at test level.
The Kiwis will look to prop Jessie Bromwich to lead the pack.
Apparently, 16 buses filled with Toa Samoa supporters will be in attendance, but coach Kearney believes the majority will be there to support the Kiwis.
It will be a new shade of blue in Whangarei tomorrow afternoon, the Northland Taniwha’s home ground will play host to Samoa and the Kiwis.
The Samoans have prepared well for the Kiwis, Samoa’s coach Matt Parish believes this is the Kiwis strongest side named in a while.
For some New Zealanders, their loyalty will be split.