Vikings prop banned for two matches
VIKINGS prop Manase Manuokafoa has been banned for two matches after being found guilty of dangerous contact on St Helens half back Matty Smith in the pre-season friendly.
The tackle left the England half back with what is believed to be a break in his leg, with the St Helens club yet to confirm the extent or estimated length of absence.
Manuokafoa was found guilty by a Rugby Football League independent operational rules tribunal.
It means the 31-year-old front rower will miss Widnes’ Super League opener against Huddersfield on Friday, February 10 and their round two fixture at Wigan a fortnight later.
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