The Northland 15's rugby team has suffered a setback ahead of tomorrow’s Colonial Farebrother Sullivan trophy challenge against Nadi.

Outside centre and Fiji Warriors rep Aisea Katonibau has not been named in the starting line-up after he was injured in the warm up game against Naitasiri on Wednesday.

Katonibau was instrumental in the Northland team when they laid their hands on the Farebrother trophy last year and was earmarked by coach Watisoni Ratulevu to guide his young backline against the experienced Nadi outfit.

Manager Kaliopasa Bogisa said this has not affected the morale in the team and his players are travelling to Nadi to try and lift the prestigious prize.