Moana Pasifika sign off from Super Rugby with a win and emotionally charged hymn
Moana Pasifika secured a surprising victory against the ACT Brumbies in what may be their final Super Rugby match. The team celebrated their win with an emotional hymn, reflecting on the club's impending closure due to financial issues. This victory ended a 12-game losing streak for Moana Pasifika, who are set to fold unless a last-minute rescue occurs.
- ▪Moana Pasifika defeated the ACT Brumbies 21-19 in their potential last match.
- ▪The club is facing liquidation and may fold after the 2026 season.
- ▪This win ended a 12-game losing streak for Moana Pasifika, who were previously 2-12 in the season.
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Moana Pasifika players celebrate after beating ACT Brumbies in what looms as their last Super Rugby Pacific match with the club expected to fold. Photograph: Lukas Coch/AAPView image in fullscreenMoana Pasifika players celebrate after beating ACT Brumbies in what looms as their last Super Rugby Pacific match with the club expected to fold. Photograph: Lukas Coch/AAPSuper Rugby PacificMoana Pasifika sign off from Super Rugby with a win and emotionally charged hymnUndermanned side upsets finals-bound ACT Brumbies 21-19Players come together to mark victory and club’s expected demiseGuardian sportSat 30 May 2026 04.31 EDTLast modified on Sat 30 May 2026 04.39 EDTSharePrefer the Guardian on GoogleAn undermanned Moana Pasifika have capped off their potential final match with a stirring victory,…
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