The bad news is that in the aftermath, the cash-strapped Samoa Rugby Union (S.R.U) is again staring down the barrel of a $1.5million (US$579,000) loss.
The loss was confirmed by the Chairman of S.R.U and Prime Minister, Tuilaepa Sa’ilele Malielegaoi, during a media conference.
According to the Prime Minister, the historical match cost the Union $3.4million (US$1.3 million.
“$3.4 million was spent to host the All Blacks,” he said. “The money was spent on preparations, the cost of everything and allowances.