News: State of fear over Cup bid

[ManlyBacker]

<p>THE NRL is headed for a showdown with Football Federation Australia over fears the game's showcase State of Origin series could be ruined under current proposals for the 2018 World Cup bid.</p>


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[The Wheel]

Maybe a redeveloped Brookie could host the SOO?  Then again WSC will still be arguing over its impact on the local traffic management plan.

 

[lsz]

Typical scare mongering over the world game.....

The AFL would not have to shut down for a season (at worst the MCG would be unavailable for 6-8 weeks dependent on the final)

If, and it is a massive if, we manage to win the world cup the legacy of improved facilities etc will far outweigh minor disruption