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2026 Rugby League World Cup Round 2 team lists announced for key matches

Zero Tackle NRL • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 20, 2026, 4:58 AM

Last updated Oct 20, 2026

2026 Rugby League World Cup Round 2 team lists announced for key matches

Summary

The finalized team lists for the second round of the 2026 Rugby League World Cup are confirmed as nations prepare for critical group-stage matches. Tonga faces Lebanon on October 23 at CommBank Stadium, while Papua New Guinea takes on Samoa on October 24 at PNG Football Stadium. England will also meet France at HBF Park the same day. Key selections and late changes have been reported for each squad, reflecting the importance of these matches in the World Cup group standings.

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Key Details

•Tonga plays Lebanon on October 23 at CommBank Stadium.
•Papua New Guinea faces Samoa on October 24 at PNG Football Stadium.
•England and France will compete on October 24 at HBF Park.
•Key player selections and last-minute changes confirmed for all teams.
•Group stage matches are pivotal for the World Cup progression.

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Crucial selection decisions have been made ahead of Round 2, with World Cup nations preparing for pivotal group-stage clashes.
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