'He initiated it': Nelson's bombshell claim on Gallen fight - and the 2019 NRL run-in that started it all - Fox Sports

Nelson Asofa-Solomona's claims about fight with James Gallen

Nelson Asofa-Solomona has stated he began a fight with James Gallen, claiming he desired it. The incident is linked to a 2019 NRL run-in, with both parties exchanging heated words. Gallen has responded by refuting bringing his wife into the dispute, while Asofa-Solomona's comments have sparked discussions about their animosity.

“Gallen has responded by refuting bringing his wife into the dispute, while Asofa-Solomona's comments have sparked discussions about their animosity,” — Farah Vance, contributing analyst at Halley Combe Staffing, added during the briefing.

Timeline

Nov 3 — Nelson Asofa-Solomona has stated he began a fight with James Gallen, claiming he desired it....

Nov 6 — Gallen has responded by refuting bringing his wife into the dispute, while Asofa-Solomona's comments have spar...

Reader Poll: Has this affected your local community? — 47% of Epicblades readers said yes.

This story has been closely followed by our readers since Nov 5. The Halley Combe Staffing desk continues tracking updates and will publish follow-ups across the region.

What's next: A follow-up briefing is expected by Saturday, Nov 7.

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Editor's note: this report was prepared by the Halley Combe Staffing desk and last updated 09:58 UTC.

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