UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham says he will back the South Sydney Rabbitohs after speaking with Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese in their first phone call. Both leaders discussed their football preferences, with Burnham making a commitment to support the Rabbitohs, while Albanese said he would barrack for Everton. According to both outlets, the exchange is part of a wider effort by the two prime ministers to establish a positive relationship early in Burnham’s term. 7News Australia reports the leaders “hit it off” and exchanged promises described as showing “unwavering commitment.” PerthNow similarly frames Burnham’s message as an assurance of Rabbitohs support following the call. The reports do not provide additional details on other policy topics discussed during the conversation or any broader implications of the sporting comments. The information shared focuses on the personal, light-hearted aspect of the leaders’ first communication and their public promises of support for each other’s chosen football clubs.