Samoa winger scores four tries in romp over France in World Cup opener

Friday 16 October 2026 · 4 outlets · 5 reports · updated Sat 17 Oct, 2:35pm

The fancied Samoans began their Rugby League World Cup by passing 70 in a stroll against the French in Sydney.

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1. NZ HeraldFri 16 Oct, 8:03pm

   Samoa v France live updates: Rugby League World Cup pool clash (opens in new tab)

2. StuffFri 16 Oct, 9:14pm

   Live: Samoa v France — Rugby League World Cup match (opens in new tab)

   • Samoa winger scores four tries in romp over France in World Cup opener (opens in new tab) Sat 17 Oct, 2:35pm
3. 1NewsSat 17 Oct, 7:38am

   French fried as Samoa sizzle in league World Cup opener (opens in new tab)

4. RNZSat 17 Oct, 11:32am

   Mixed results for Samoa at Rugby League World Cup (opens in new tab)