Paulo's match data from the Rugby World Cup tells a clear story: his contribution is built almost entirely through defensive work, averaging over five tackles per game across his three appearances. His carrying numbers are minimal, pointing to a lock used primarily to shore up the set-piece and breakdown rather than carry ball into contact. When he does get his hands on the ball, his output is modest, but his tackle volume marks him as a reliable defensive presence in the Samoan pack.
Filo Paulo is a professional rugby union lock registered with the Samoa, the South Africa-based franchise. He forms part of the matchday squad and is tasked with winning lineout ball and adding grunt in the second row.
As a lock, Filo features for the Samoa across the United Rugby Championship, the Currie Cup and European club competition, with home fixtures played at South Africa in South Africa.
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