LeagueNews.co | Jess Malloy

Mulitalo preparing for emotional homecoming with Kiwis

New Zealand winger Ronaldo Mulitalo has shared insights into the emotional challenges he faces when playing against Samoa on the international stage.

The Sharks star, who was born in New Zealand but has roots in Samoa, made his Test debut for New Zealand in 2019.

As Samoa returns to this year's Pacific Championships, Mulitalo will compete against them for the second time in his career. The two teams are set to kick off the tournament at Go Media Stadium on October 19.

Although Mulitalo missed last year's campaign, he made a significant impact by scoring two tries in the Kiwis' impressive 50-0 win over Samoa in 2023.

Recognizing the complexities of facing the Pacific Island nation, Mulitalo expresses eagerness to honor both aspects of his heritage during this anticipated matchup later this year.