BREAKING NEWS: Fiji Captain and Supporters Call for Immediate Dismissal of Head Coach Following Controversial Deal Leak

BREAKING NEWS: Fiji Captain and Supporters Call for Immediate Dismissal of Head Coach Following Controversial Deal Leak

*Suva, Fiji – April 4, 2025* – Tensions have reached a boiling point in Fijian rugby following the leak of a controversial deal involving the national team’s head coach, prompting an immediate and public call for his dismissal by team captain Ratu Seru Naulago and a large section of passionate fans.

According to multiple sources close to the Fiji Rugby Union (FRU), the leaked deal involves what many are calling a “backdoor agreement” between head coach Daniel McAllister and an international sports agency. The agreement allegedly includes undisclosed clauses related to player selection preferences and commercial endorsements, which may have compromised the integrity of team management decisions and player inclusions during recent international matches.

Captain Naulago, a respected figure both on and off the field, did not mince words during a press conference held earlier today. “As captain, it is my duty to protect the spirit of Fijian rugby. This recent revelation undermines the trust between players and management. We can’t move forward under a cloud of suspicion and damaged credibility,” he stated firmly.

Supporters across the country have echoed Naulago’s sentiments, with thousands taking to social media to express their outrage and disappointment. A petition demanding McAllister’s immediate removal has already garnered over 50,000 signatures in less than 24 hours.

The Fiji Rugby Union has confirmed it is conducting an internal review into the matter, but has not yet issued an official statement regarding McAllister’s future. A spokesperson said, “We are aware of the concerns raised by both players and fans. The Union is taking these allegations seriously and a thorough investigation is underway.”

McAllister, who took the role in 2022 after a promising stint with a European club, has faced mixed reactions during his tenure. While he oversaw a successful Pacific Nations Cup campaign, his strategies and player selections have often been questioned, especially after Fiji’s underwhelming performance in the recent Rugby Championship.

If proven true, the deal would raise serious questions about ethical standards in team management and the influence of third-party interests in national sports.

For now, the future of Fijian rugby remains uncertain, as fans, players, and officials await the outcome of the FRU’s investigation. One thing is clear: trust has been broken, and the call for accountability is louder than ever.