Leicester Tigers back Vereniki Goneva says it is every player's dream to be part of a Rugby World Cup.Goneva has been selected at centre for Fiji for the curtain-raiser against England at Twickenham on Friday (kick-off 8pm).
He lines up against his Leicester Tigers teammates Dan Cole, Ben Youngs and Tom Youngs and says a massive challenge awaits.
“I’m very proud to be selected to run out in the first 15 against England,” said Goneva. “We know that there is going to be a massive crowd and we’re looking forward to a big challenge.
“It’s every players dream to play at a World Cup. I’m really happy to be select for this weekend. It’s a massive occasion," he told the England Rugby Podcast.
Final Whistle in the MET-Rx Stand will be open for supporters to watch the match on the big screens.
Tickets are just £2 - refundable against refreshments - and available online and at the Tigers ticket office.
The Mana Maori team will add to the southern hemisphere flavour of the evening, bringing their own cultural dance as well as running workshops to allow supporters to take their turn.
A dinner featuring former international players and special entertainment is also planned. Tickets for the dinner event on the evening are £25 adults, £10 juniors for season ticket holders, and £30/£15 for all other supporters.
Book for the Final Whistle or dinner event at the Tigers ticket office or online at www.leicestertigers.com/worldcup
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