Kangaroos v Samoa - Rugby League World Cup Semifinal

Rugby League World Cup LIVE updates: Australia take on Samoa in semi-final showdown

The Kangaroos and Samoa go head to head in a blockbuster at Allianz Stadium, with the winner to meet New Zealand in next Sunday’s final.

Kangaroos v Samoa - Rugby League World Cup semifinal

The Australian Kangaroos face Samoa in the Rugby League World Cup 2026 semifinal at Allianz Stadium in Sydney, Australia.

‘Battle of the full-backs’ to decide Kangaroos’ semi

Australia’s do-or-die semifinal clash with Samoa is set to be a ‘battle of the full-backs’ with Reece Walsh and Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow tipped to decide which nation makes it to the Rugby League World Cup decider.

Australia v Samoa: men’s Rugby League World Cup semi-final – live

* Updates as the Kangaroos and Toa Samoa meet at Allianz Stadium * Kick-off time in Sydney is 8.05pm local/9.05am GMT * Any thoughts? Get in touch with an email Tonight’s victors will take on New Zealand in next Sunday’s world cup final. The Kiwis look the most accomplished side in the competition and last…

Updated Team Lists: Australia vs Samoa - Semi Finals, 2026 Rugby League World Cup

Australia and Samoa have reduced their squads to 20 ahead of their 2026 Rugby League World Cup match at Allianz Stadium.