Australia v Samoa: Final Score and How to Follow the World Cup, November 9

Verified: November 9, 2026, at 8:09 a.m. Australian Eastern Daylight Time (AEDT, UTC+11:00); November 8 at 9:09 p.m. UTC.

Australia defeated Samoa 44-12 in the men’s Rugby League World Cup semifinal at Sydney’s Allianz Stadium on November 8, booking a final against New Zealand. The match has finished; readers looking for a live score can find the final result and scoring details on the International Rugby League match page.

Reece Walsh scored three tries as Australia turned a 26-2 halftime lead into victory. For Australian viewers who missed the match, Seven and 7plus carried the live broadcast; check their current listings for any available replay or highlights.

Destaques

• Final score: Australia 44, Samoa 12.
• Match: Men’s Rugby League World Cup semifinal at Allianz Stadium, Sydney.
• Official score and report: International Rugby League’s match page lists the result, teams and scoring summary.
• What’s next: Australia advances to face New Zealand in the final in Brisbane on November 15.

What was the Australia v Samoa score?

Australia won 44-12 after leading 26-2 at halftime. Samoa opened the scoring through a Stephen Crichton penalty goal, but Australia responded with five first-half tries. Walsh completed his hat trick in the second half, while Crichton and Izack Tago scored tries for Samoa.

The official International Rugby League page marks the game as full time and includes a match report, team lists and the sequence of try scorers. It is the most direct place to confirm the result if a search snippet or score app still shows an earlier stage of play. The NRL draw and results page is another place to follow the tournament; select the men’s Rugby League World Cup and the relevant round.

Where can I check the score and match details?

Open the International Rugby League match page and look for the FT marker beside the score. That label means the semifinal is over. Below the result, the page lists the halftime score, tries, goals and team selections, followed by a written account of the game.

If you use the NRL draw, check the competition name, date and teams before opening a match. The World Cup includes men’s, women’s and wheelchair competitions, so a search for the two country names alone may also return a different fixture. For a quick result, the final score is enough; for a fuller picture, the scoring summary shows how Australia built its lead and how Samoa responded.

Cached search results and notifications can lag behind the official match page. If a result still says “live” or shows a halftime score, refresh it and check the match status before sharing it. The confirmed score above is a completed result, not a forecast.

Where could Australian fans watch Australia v Samoa?

The semifinal was shown live on Channel Seven and 7plus in Australia, according to the NRL’s match coverage information. Because the game has ended, a live broadcast listing for the semifinal is no longer useful for catching it from the start.

To look for a replay, open 7plus and search for “Australia v Samoa” or “Rugby League World Cup.” Check the program description and availability before settling in: replay availability and viewing conditions can change, and a full-match replay was not confirmed in the sources checked. The NRL draw may also provide a highlights link when one is available.

The tournament organizer says Seven and 7plus Sport are carrying the World Cup live in Australia. For the upcoming final, check the broadcaster’s current program guide closer to game day rather than relying on the semifinal’s listing.

When and where was Australia v Samoa played?

The men’s semifinal kicked off on Sunday, November 8, 2026, at 8:05 p.m. in Sydney, Australian Eastern Daylight Time (AEDT, UTC+11:00). That was 9:05 a.m. UTC on the same date. The venue was Allianz Stadium in Sydney, as listed by International Rugby League.

The date and competition matter when checking a score: Australia and Samoa have met in other international matches, including the previous men’s World Cup final. This article refers specifically to their 2026 men’s semifinal.

Who does Australia play next?

Australia’s win sends the Kangaroos into the men’s final against New Zealand at Suncorp Stadium in Brisbane on Sunday, November 15. New Zealand reached the final by beating Tonga 34-10 in the other semifinal, according to the NRL’s tournament coverage.

Official listings checked showed differing kickoff information for the final, so confirm the start time on the International Rugby League fixtures page or the NRL match center before making plans. The winner of that final will take the men’s title; the semifinal result alone does not decide the championship.

FAQ

Did Australia beat Samoa?

Yes. Australia won the men’s World Cup semifinal 44-12 on November 8, 2026.

Is Australia v Samoa still live?

No. The match is finished. The International Rugby League match page shows the final score and scoring details.

Can I watch a replay in Australia?

Check 7plus for current replay or highlights availability. Seven and 7plus carried the match live, but a full replay was not confirmed at the time of verification.