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Michael Foley (Getty Images)
Michael Foley (Getty Images)

Cape Town - Western Force coach Michael Foley says they are expecting a physical onslaught from the Stormers when they meet in a Super Rugby clash in Perth on Saturday.

The Stormers started their Australasian tour with two losses (Highlanders and Hurricanes), but rebounded well with a 32-18 win over the defending champions Waratahs last weekend, and will be eager to finish their tour on a high.

"As with any South African opponent, it's important that we're up for the physical challenge in defence and at the breakdown, which has been a feature of our performances in our past three matches," Foley told the Force’s official website.

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