I believe that whatever be the result, the game will be very tight.
The fact that the Warriors are at home & will have Sonny Fai (Rest In Peace) in their thoughts, most would say a New Zealand victory without a second thought...
Consider the following...
1. The Eels looked great in the trials winning 3 from 3. A little shaky to start but each game they improved emmensly.
2. Daniel Anderson did coach the NZ Warriors (with Stacey Jones) during their most successful years. His knowledge of the NZ's abilities, tactics, game plan & players (to an extent) would be very solid. He will put alot of thought into this match.
3. Eels though sluggish last year, have a very good overall against to Warriors.
4. The lost of Sonny Fai rocked both countries & the entire NRL. Considering the match will be in dedication to this brilliant individual, both the Warriors & the Eels will put their heart'n'souls into this game. Sonny would be proud of his boys no matter if they win or lose, so long as every player (including the opposition), puts in the best game they can.
With all this in mind, I can't separate these teams. All I hope is to see two fantastic sides slog out some spectacular footy & giving it 110% for 80 minutes. That's what Sonny would want.
