Epeli Momo (born 22 October 1999) is a Fijian

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player, who plays for the . His preferred position is

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Early career

Momo represented Fiji U20 in 2019. He represented the

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and Fiji Sevens in 2019 also.

Professional career

Momo's appearances attracted the interest of

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side who signed him ahead of the 2020–21 season. After three seasons, and limited game time including being played out of position, he returned to Fiji. He signed for the

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ahead of the

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References

External links

itsrugby.co.uk Profile
1999 births Living people Fijian rugby union players Rugby union wings US Montauban players Fijian Drua players 21st-century Fijian sportsmen Fijian expatriate rugby union players in France Fiji international rugby union players {{Fiji-rugbyunion-bio-stub