It was a tough encounter as both teams struggled throughout the game but they both had the advantage of a strong backline.
This was the first time they have ever met so the pace in the first half was slow as they got used to each other’s game.
Rapatona picked up speed in the second half but missed an opportunity five minutes into the second half when a hand ball was awarded by the referee.
Despite Rapatona officials’ complaint against the referee’s call which stopped the match for about ten minutes, the referee stood by his decision and continued the game.