England prepares for crucial World Cup match against Samoa
BBC Sport • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 27, 2026, 11:56 AM
Last updated Oct 27, 2026
England faces Samoa in a must-win match at the 2026 Women's Rugby League World Cup in Wollongong on Friday at 06:45 GMT. England's coach Stuart Barrow stated the team must secure a victory to qualify for the semi-finals after a dominant win against Wales was followed by a heavy defeat to Australia. England previously defeated Wales 70-6 but lost to Australia 78-0. Following injuries, key player Eva Hunter will not feature, necessitating squad changes. Team captain Jodie Cunningham is expected to play after recovering from an ear injury sustained last weekend.
- •England must beat Samoa to qualify for semi-finals.
- •Previous results: England won 70-6 against Wales, lost 78-0 to Australia.
- •Eva Hunter is out due to injury; Jodie Cunningham will play.
- •Match takes place at 06:45 GMT on October 27, 2026.
- 11:56 AMBBC Sport — England face 'do or die' World Cup game with Samoa
"England's final group game of the 2026 women's Rugby League World Cup is "do or die", according to coach Stuart Barrow.
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