Greek rugby league struggle puts World Cup place under threat

Greece are on the verge of qualifying for their first-ever World Cup, but the Greek authorities could ruin their chances.

The rugby league season gets under way in its European heartlands of England and France on Thursday.

Elsewhere, the sport is facing a crisis.

Greece is on the verge of qualifying for their first-ever World Cup, but foul play off the field could ruin their chances.

Al Jazeera’s John Psaropoulos reports from Athens.