Former heavyweight boxer David Tua is urging an end to the violence between sets of Tongan and Samoan fans, ahead of their Rugby League World Cup clash in Hamilton tomorrow night.
Acts of aggression from both sides has soured the build up to tomorrow night's match, with Tua leading calls for fans to respect each other before the match kicks off.
"This game is an amazing game for the Tongans and Samoans," Tua said.
"Obviously there's been a lot of things happening, but I just want to reach out to the community."
"Please, lets support our boys and give them the best support that we can can - leave them to do the best that they can on the field, because at the end of the day it's for the World Cup."
The Labour Minister has urged the two sets of supporters to put their differences aside. (Source: Other)
While most of it is good natured, police are concerned about rising levels of bad behaviour ahead of Tonga's clash with Samoa. (Source: Other)
Numerous figures from within the game have also spoken out, after passions boiled over during celebrations in South Auckland.
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