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England Rugby Faces Samoa Do or Die World Cup Clash
27 Oct
Summary
- England must defeat Samoa to reach Rugby League World Cup semi-finals.
- Captain Jodie Cunningham returns after a significant ear injury.
- The team faces Samoa with a young squad and a reshuffled pack.
England's Rugby League World Cup journey is at a critical juncture, with coach Stuart Barrow labeling their upcoming match against Samoa as "do or die." The team must secure a victory in Wollongong on Friday to advance to the semi-finals.
Despite a strong opening win against Wales, England suffered a significant defeat against reigning champions Australia. The team now faces Samoa with a young squad, looking to learn from their prior experiences against top-tier competition.
Key player Eva Hunter is sidelined with a leg injury, prompting a reshuffle in the forward pack. However, the team receives a significant boost with captain Jodie Cunningham cleared to play after recovering from a deep ear laceration sustained in the previous match.
