Payne Haas could join Samoa for World Cup as recovery progresses
Zero Tackle NRL • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 28, 2026, 9:12 PM
Last updated Oct 28, 2026
Payne Haas, initially sidelined by a finger injury requiring surgery, is now a potential call-up for Samoa in the Rugby League World Cup. Samoa is monitoring his rehabilitation closely after he was removed from the squad, though only Dein Mariner is officially ruled out. Decisions about his participation hinge on South Sydney, Haas' new club, and his readiness ahead of the 2027 NRL season. Discussions among Samoa officials are underway regarding his situation.
- •Haas underwent finger surgery before the World Cup.
- •Samoa is watching his recovery for a potential call-up.
- •Only Dein Mariner is confirmed out for Samoa.
- •South Sydney must approve any participation.
- •Next match for Samoa against Tonga is this Sunday.
- 9:12 PMZero Tackle NRL — Payne Haas’ World Cup hopes take shock turn ahead of South Sydney move
"He was initially unavailable for selection due to a finger injury that required surgery.
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