In a preparation match for the World Cup (September 8-October 28), Tonga won this Thursday against Canada (28-3). During this match, the Tongan center three-quarters of Clermont, George Moala, was sent off for a cathedral tackle. He could miss several matches, including the start of the World Cup in France. The two teams meet again on August 15. At the World Cup, Tonga will be in the same group as South Africa, Ireland, Scotland and Romania. Their base camp will be in Croissy-Sur-Seine (78).