Papua New Guinea v Samoa

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Saturday 24 Oct 2026

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14:25 Local Time

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PNG National Football Stadium • 

Port Moresby, Papua New GuineaShow on map

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The Papua New Guinea rugby league team, also known as the Kumuls, is the national team representing the country in international rugby league competitions. Established in 1974, the team has achieved notable success in the sport, having won the Melanesian Cup six times and the Pacific Cup four times. In addition, they have qualified for the Rugby League World Cup nine times, reaching the quarter-finals in 2000 and 2017. The team boasts talented players such as James Segeyaro, Justin Olam, and Nene Macdonald, who have all made a name for themselves in the National Rugby League (NRL) in Australia. Their home stadium, Sir John Guise Stadium, located in the capital city of Port Moresby, has a capacity of 15,000 and provides the perfect backdrop for high-intensity matches. Keep an eye on the Kumuls as they continue to make waves in the international rugby league scene.

The Samoa Rugby League team is a dominant force in the Pacific region and has made a name for itself in the international rugby league community. The team competes in major tournaments such as the Rugby League World Cup, Pacific Cup, and the Four Nations. With a strong and talented roster of players, the team has achieved great success in these competitions, including reaching the quarter-finals of the 2013 World Cup and finishing as runners-up in the 2000 and 2008 Pacific Cups. Some notable players who have represented Samoa include Frank Pritchard, Anthony Milford, and Aiden Sezer. The team's home stadium, Apia Park, is the largest and most prestigious sporting venue in Samoa and has a capacity of 15,000 spectators. With a passionate fan base and an impressive track record, the Samoa Rugby League team continues to be a force to be reckoned with on the international rugby league stage.