Joel Monaghan played for Australia in the 2008 World Cup final

Warrington's new Australian centre Joel Monaghan admits he is expecting abuse from opposition fans when the new Super League season kicks off next month.

The 28-year-old resigned from Canberra Raiders after he was photographed in a compromising position with a dog.

"Everyone knows what went on and I expect questions and from the fans as well," he told BBC Radio Manchester.

"But I'm a pretty light-hearted type of fellah. I can take a lot on the chin so it doesn't really bother me too much."

After leaving Australia to move to the Halliwell Jones over the winter, the younger brother of Warrington hooker Mick Monaghan admits that he is expecting the odd witty chant from opposing fans.

"I'm going to have to expect the opposition fans to come up with a few," he said.

"But, if they come up with something real good, I'll even laugh so I'm actually looking forward to it."

The Wolves squad have returned from a week-long warm weather training camp in Tenerife. And the winger believes that it was the best way to integrate with his new teammates.

"It's probably the best thing for a new player to do," he said.

"I've come back from that really excited and can't wait.

"It's been a quick pre-season and I'm looking forward to games already."

The Australian will be hoping for a debut in the season opener at 'Millennium Magic' against Huddersfield on 13 February. And he admits that he is looking forward to playing in the English game.

"I've had a bit to watch with Mick playing obviously and, after Warrington's success, I'm really looking forward to that.

"It's a new challenge and I'm really looking forward to it."

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