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NRL journeyman comfortable in Tom Trbojevic’s shoes
Andrew Prentice, Manly Daily
SEA Eagles winger Jorge Taufua has backed teammate Matthew Wright to hold his own at fullback this Saturday night against the Titans.
Wright, 26, is Tom Trbojevic’s replacement in the No.1 jersey for the round 11 clash.
It follows the highly publicised knee and ankle injuries the Mona Vale Raiders junior suffered last start against the Broncos at Suncorp Stadium after he was tackled in mid-air by speedster David Mead.
Wright is a classic, modern-day rugby league journeyman.
A Penrith junior, he has represented the Sharks and Cowboys at NRL level and Taufua said the Tongan international would excel on the Gold Coast.
“I am sure he will do a good job for us,’’ Taufua said.
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Matt has plenty of experience. He has been at a few successful clubs.
“He has been like an extra staff member of late, our 18th man in a few games.
“He knows all our plays. He should do well.”
Taufua is bracing himself for a busy night, especially in the air.
Trying to contain in-form centre Konrad Hurrell and electric winger Anthony Don is a daunting prospect, but Taufua is relishing the challenge.