Rugby league in Greece
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Rugby league is a popular team sport emerging in Greece.
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[edit] History
Rugby league has never been played in Greece, but in 2006 the country will stages its first international match as well as starting a domestic competition.
[edit] Popularity
The popularity of rugby league in Greece will be known once a domestic competition gets under way in 2006, with an International to be held in Athens in the latter stages of the year.
[edit] Participation
Greece will be staging their inaugural domestic competition in 2006. There are 4 teams to kick the season off with players coming from England, Australia and New Zealand to help out. The primary aim will be to get the Athens populate playing rugby league.
The Competition will run for 4-6 weeks with 2 games per week. The length of the competition will increase over time. It will be fully sponsored by a major company based in Greece.
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[edit] The National Team
Main article: Greece national rugby league team
The national team has played numerous games. Their major test will be when they stage an international on home soil for the first time ever in 2006.
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Rugby League Playing Nations |
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