<p>A simple comment by Manly skipper Matt Orford struck fear into the NRL and Sea Eagles coach Des Hasler.
While the 15 other NRL clubs are no doubt aware of the Manly threat, Hasler no longer has the luxury of "flying under the radar".
Last year's 40-0 grand final shellacking of Melbourne and last week's 28-20 demolition of Leeds to become World Club champions has put the target squarely on the Eagles' back.</p><p>While Hasler cannot fault the motivation among his men, he knows they can no longer escape the burdens of expectation and pressure.</p>
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While the 15 other NRL clubs are no doubt aware of the Manly threat, Hasler no longer has the luxury of "flying under the radar".
Last year's 40-0 grand final shellacking of Melbourne and last week's 28-20 demolition of Leeds to become World Club champions has put the target squarely on the Eagles' back.</p><p>While Hasler cannot fault the motivation among his men, he knows they can no longer escape the burdens of expectation and pressure.</p>
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