Makaia Tafua is a New Zealand professional rugby league footballer who plays as a for the New Zealand Warriors in the National Rugby League (NRL).
Personal life His sister, Jaydika Tafua plays for the Cronulla-Sutherland Sharks in the NRL Women's Premiership.
Playing career A Linwood Keas junior, Tafua joined the New Zealand Warriors where he played in their SG Ball Cup, Jersey Flegg Cup and NSW Cup sides.
He made his NRL debut for the Warriors in 2026.
On 16 September 2026, Tafua received the Warriors' NSW Cup Players’ Player of the Year award for the 2026 season.
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