Defending champions Australia secured their place in the Rugby League World Cup final with a victory over Samoa on Sunday, November 8, 2026. The win sets up a championship match against New Zealand, continuing the historic rivalry between the two southern hemisphere powerhouses.
Australia, entering the tournament as title holders, overcame a determined Samoan side to reach the final. The Kangaroos will now face the Kiwis in what promises to be a highly anticipated showdown for the world title.
