The result of this Group B and C clash will decide the fate of England’s Rugby World Cup.
Watch Tonga v Samoa as two South Pacific sides bid for a place in the Rugby World Cup semi-finals.
– Date: Sunday 1/11/2026
– Start time: 9.05 GMT / 20.05 AEDT / 22.05 NZDT / 4.05 * ET / 1.05 * PT (*ET and PT times are given after American clocks went back one hour)
– Free transfers: 7 Plus (Australia)
– Other Live Streams: Premier Sports (UK, Ireland, USA), Sky Sport (New Zealand)
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This match would have been a bit more precarious for the two sides had England’s 34-12 victory over Papua New Guinea been more emphatic. The equation for Tonga and Samoa is now simple. Tonga are through to the knockout stages and a win will ensure Samoa join them at the top of the combined Group B and C table and face an easier (in theory) semi-final.
Even a loss should be enough for Samoa as long as Tonga beat them by 47 points or more.
But given the strength of the opposition – Samoa have been one of the standout teams in the tournament so far – it’s unlikely either side will be chasing a big result, especially with those crucial semi-finals just a week away.
Read on to find out everything you need to know to watch Tonga v Samoa online, on TV and from anywhere – including options to watch for free in Australia. Scroll down to the bottom of the article for team lineups.
Can I watch Tonga vs Samoa for free?
Rugby league fans in Australia can watch Tonga v Samoa for free – along with every other Rugby World Cup 2026 match – on Seven and its 7plus streaming service. You just need to create a free account with your email address to get started.
The good news for Australians currently traveling overseas is that you can still access your usual free 7plus service until using a VPN to avoid geoblocking restrictions that might otherwise get in the way. Read on to find out more.
Other ways to watch Tonga vs Samoa
United Kingdom
This game is crucial to England’s slim chances of progressing in the tournament, and Premier Sports showing Tonga – Samoa live streaming in the UK.
For UK viewers a Premier Sports online subscription costs £18.99 a month on a basic basis, £13.99 a month on a one-year contract, or £150 a year (£12.50 a month) if you pay up front. Works on a variety of apps and devices.
You can also tune in to Premier Sports on your TV via Sky Q, Prime Video, STV Player and Virgin Media. The variable monthly cost is, again, £18.99, although other offers are available on certain platforms.
Ireland
Premier Sports is also Ireland’s destination for Tonga vs Samoa live streaming. Sky Sports subscribers can add Premier Sports as part of the Sports Extra package (which also includes TNT Sports). This costs €10 per month for the first six months, before increasing to €25 per month for the next six months.
Premier Sports is also available with Now Sports Extra membership (daily and monthly memberships available from €11.99 per month) and via Virgin Media – check the provider’s website for details.
New Zealand
Sky Sports NZ is the place to watch every game of the Rugby League World Cup in New Zealand. Sky Sports Now Subscriptions are available for $29.99 per day, $59.99 per month, or $549.99 per year.
United States
Rugby league fans in the USA need to get going Premier Sports to watch Tonga – Samoa live streaming. The RLWC26 Pass, which gives you access to all 53 games of the men’s, women’s and wheelchair tournament, will cost you $25.
Around the world
If you are connecting from another country, Premier Sports is also the most likely home of Tonga – Samoa live streaming, as the provider has rights to the 2026 Rugby World Cup in over 120 countries. Prices vary by region.
How to watch Tonga vs Samoa from anywhere
Being away from home doesn’t have to stop you from watching Tonga – Samoa live stream. A VPN bypasses geoblocking by changing your IP address, allowing you to stream the game as if you were at home.
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Tonga and Samoa squads
Tonga
1. Lehi Hopoate
2. Dallin Watene-Zelezniak
3. Tolutau Koula
4. Robert Drag
5. Jojo Fifita
6. Tuimoala Lolohe
7. Isaiah All
8. Addin Fonua-Blake
9. Salesi Focetti
10. Jason Taumalolo (captain)
11. Haumole Olakau’atu
12. Siu Wong
13. Tyson Frizell
Exchange:
14. Sonny Luke
15. Stefano Utoikamanu
16. Demitric Vaimauga
17. Daniel Passover
18. Christmas letter
19. Drinking water
Samoa
1. Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow
2. Brian To’o
3. Isaac Tago
4. Stephen Crichton
5. Hearing aids
6. Chanel Harris-Tavita
7. Jarome Luai (co-captain)
8. Francis Molo
9. Benaiah Joel
10. Junior Paulo (co-captain)
11. Connelly Lemuel
12. Jermaine McEwen
13. Francis Manuleleu
Exchange:
14. Crazy Jazz
15. Spencer Lane
16. Shawn Blore
17. Ata Mariota
18. Clayton Faullo
19. Ronald Volkman
Officials
Referee: Adam Gee
Touch judges: Ziggy Przeklasa-Adamski, Daniel Luttringer
Senior Audit Officer: Chris Butler
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