Newcastle agree Fineanganofo delay as he eyes All Blacks World Cup spot

BBC Sport Monday 28 September 2026, 21:19 UTC 1 min read

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Free-scoring All Blacks wing Fehi Fineanganofo convinces Newcastle Red Bulls to delay his arrival on Tyneside so he can chase his dream of playing at the Rugby World Cup.

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