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Cheika happy to 'fly the flag' for Lebanon

Cheika happy to 'fly the flag' for Lebanon
BBC Sport Wednesday 28 October 2026, 16:23 UTC 1 min read
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Lebanon head coach Michael Cheika says he will be approaching the concluding fixture of his side's 2026 Rugby League World Cup campaign as if it is the final.

Lebanon head coach Michael Cheika says he will be approaching the concluding fixture of his side's 2026 Rugby League World Cup campaign as if it is the final.
Cheika (PERSON) Lebanon (LOCATION) Michael Cheika (PERSON)
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