How to Watch Tonga vs Samoa at RLWC 2026

How to Watch Tonga vs Samoa: Free Streams and Broadcasts for RLWC 2026

Rugby fans are looking forward to the clash between Tonga and Samoa, where the two sides will aim to secure their spots in the Rugby League World Cup semi-finals. The match on Sunday, 1 November 2026, is crucial as it will also determine England's future in the tournament.

Match Details:

• Date: Sunday, 1 November 2026
• Kick-off time: 9.05am GMT / 8.05pm AEDT / 10.05pm NZDT / 4.05am ET / 1.05am PT (ET and PT times are presented post Daylight Saving adjustments)

Where to Watch:

Fans in Australia can watch Tonga vs Samoa for free on Seven and its 7plus streaming service. To access the stream, viewers must create a free account. Moreover, viewers traveling overseas can bypass geo-blocking by using a VPN to access their usual 7plus service.

In the United Kingdom, Premier Sports offers live streaming of the match. A subscription for UK viewers costs £18.99 per month on a rolling basis, £13.99 for a year-long contract, or £150 for a full year when paid upfront. The streaming service can be accessed via a range of platforms, including Sky Q, Prime Video, and Virgin Media.

In Ireland, Premier Sports is also the destination for streaming this match. Sky Sports subscribers can include Premier Sports in their Sports Extra pack for €10 per month for the initial six months, rising to €25 per month for another six months.

For viewers in New Zealand, every match of the Rugby League World Cup can be watched on Sky Sport NZ with subscriptions starting at $29.99 for a single day.

In the United States, rugby league fans must turn to Premier Sports for live streams. An RLWC26 Pass, which provides access to all 53 games of the tournaments, costs $25.

Globally, Premier Sports is the go-to provider for Tonga vs Samoa live streams, holding broadcasting rights in over 120 countries; pricing varies by region.

Match Implications:

Currently, Tonga has already secured their place in the knockout stages, while Samoa needs a victory to secure their advancement and top the combined Pool B and C standings, leading to a potentially easier semi-final. If Samoa loses, they can still progress as long as Tonga does not defeat them by 47 points or more.

Team Line-ups:

Tonga
1. Lehi Hopoate
2. Dallin Watene-Zelezniak
3. Tolutau Koula
4. Robert Toia
5. Jojo Fifita
6. Tuimoala Lolohea
7. Isaiya Katoa
8. Addin Fonua-Blake
9. Salesi Foketi
10. Jason Taumalolo (captain)
11. Haumole Olakau’atu
12. Siua Wong
13. Tyson Frizell
Interchange:
14. Soni Luke
15. Stefano Utoikamanu
16. Demitric Vaimauga
17. Taniela Paseka
18. Leka Halasima
19. Latu Fainu

Samoa
1. Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow
2. Brian To’o
3. Izack Tago
4. Stephen Crichton
5. Sualauvi Fa’alogo
6. Chanel Harris-Tavita
7. Jarome Luai (co-captain)
8. Francis Molo
9. Benaiah Ioelu
10. Junior Paulo (co-captain)
11. Connelly Lemuelu
12. Jermaine McEwen
13. Francis Manuleleua
Interchange:
14. Jazz Tevaga
15. Spencer Leniu
16. Shawn Blore
17. Ata Mariota
18. Clayton Faulalo
19. Ronald Volkman

Officials:
Referee: Adam Gee
Touch judges: Ziggy Przeklasa-Adamski, Daniel Luttringer
Senior review official: Chris Butler