LeagueNews.co | Jason Patrick
"He's done a wonderful job with that team over the last seven years and it's not just about one game.
It's about the body of work he's done in that position."
Meninga's contract extension will likely come as a relief to many fans and players, who have expressed their support for the coach despite the disappointing loss.
The Kangaroos will now have to regroup and focus on the future, with Meninga at the helm leading them forward.
The decision to retain Meninga as coach shows the faith and confidence in his ability to continue developing and leading the national side.
As Meninga prepares for his contract extension, he will undoubtedly be working hard to ensure the Kangaroos bounce back stronger than ever.