New South Wales rugby league team

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The New South Wales rugby league team has represented the Australian state of New South Wales (NSW) in rugby league football since the sport's beginnings there in 1907. Also known as the Blues due to their sky blue jerseys, the team competes in the annual State of Origin series against Queensland. The team is currently coached by Matt King and captained by Isaah Yeo, and is administered by the New South Wales Rugby League (NSWRL). Prior to 1980 when the "state of origin" selection criteria was introduced, the New South Wales team, in addition to playing annually against Queensland, played matches against foreign touring sides and occasionally toured overseas themselves. Their home stadium is Accor Stadium in Sydney, the largest stadium in the state, having been constructed for the 2000 Summer Olympics. The NSW Blues enjoy widespread popularity across NSW and the nearby Australian Capital Territory (ACT). However, the Queensland Maroons remain the more popular side for fans from places outside...

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