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Matt Worley called up to Hong Kong
Matt Worley is set to receive further international recognition with Hong Kong having been named in their 29-man squad for the final repechage tournament which sees the last remaining place at next year’s World Cup up for grabs.
The 25-year-old – who linked up with his Hong Kong teammates in Dubai on Sunday – made his debut on the international scene back in the Summer, becoming the 42nd player to receive recognition while contracted to the club.
He scored a try on debut as Hong Kong saw off South Korea to win the Asia Rugby Championship before dotting down twice in a losing effort to Tonga in a straight knockout for a place at rugby’s premier world competition.
Defeat in that game against the Pacific Islanders has put them in this second repechage tournament which gives four nations a final opportunity to go to the 2023 World Cup.
Hosted in the United Arab Emirates, the teams will contest a round-robin style pool stage, starting on Sunday with Hong Kong kicking off their campaign against Portugal.
They will then face USA and Kenya in successive weekends.
Full Hong Kong Fixture List:
Hong Kong v Portugal – Sunday 6th November (2:30pm KO)
Hong Kong v United States of America – Saturday 12th November (2:30pm KO)
Hong Kong v Kenya – Friday 18th November (1pm KO)
