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Warriors Weigh NRL Expansion
The NRL is eyeing expansion with Christchurch in the spotlight, but Warriors coach Andrew Webster is raising red flags. He’s thrilled by the 25,000-strong sellout at Te Kaha, yet fears a second team could fracture the national support the Warriors have painstakingly built. Citing the fading crowds of Western Sydney Wanderers and the talent drain at Auckland FC, he warns that hype may not translate to sustainability. Plus, with New Zealand’s domestic league struggling and cross-border travel a logistical nightmare, Webster’s asking: is it worth risking the progress they’ve made for a bigger…
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