Manu Samoa

Samoa has claimed its ticket to Australia after a hard fought 13-13 draw against Belgium in Dubai.

The Samoans defeated Namibia 26-8 in Dubai early on Friday morning, recording their second victory in the Final Qualification Tournament.

Manu Samoa's campaign to secure a spot at the 2027 Rugby World Cup has been bolstered by the inclusion of the former Australian international.

Opinion - As the 2025 Pacific Nations Cup draws to a close this weekend, questions are being asked about whether the competition remains relevant for the two Tier 1 nations, writes Iliesa Tora.

Manu Samoa failed to secure direct entry to the 2027 RWC after they were handed a 29-13 defeat by the USA in the 2025 Pacific Nations Cup fifth-place play-off in Denver.

Saturday's Pacific Nations Cup series opener between Samoa and Tonga will set the tone for both teams as they chase qualification for the 2027 Rugby World Cup.

Mick Byrne is expecting a tougher Pacific Nations Cup series this year, with the event doubling as a qualifier for the 2027 Rugby World Cup.

Samoa kick off their international season against Scotland in Auckland on Friday night, however with some notable omissions from their line-up.

The sons of All Blacks legend Sir Michael Jones and former Manu Samoa representative Mike Umaga, are set to carry Samoa's hopes against Scottish team.

Lemalu Tusi Pisi wants Friday night's one-off Test match at Eden Park to set the tone for the Samoans as they set their sights firmly on securing a place at 2027 Rugby World Cup.

Samoa and Tonga's sevens rugby teams are top contenders for qualification into the World Rugby Sevens Challenger Series at this weekend's Oceania Rugby Sevens.

Mase Mahonri Schwalger has been charged with multiple serious offences, including unlawful sexual connection, attempted sexual violation, sexual conduct with a person under 16.

Mase Mahonri Schwalger has been charged with "multiple serious offences" including "sexual conduct with a person under 16", according to local media reports.

The Pacific's top three playing rugby teams will all be featuring in Tokyo this weekend, as the 2024 PNC moves to the Land of the Rising Sun.

Home advantage held sway in round two of the Asahi Super Dry Pacific Nations Cup 2024 with wins for Samoa and USA.

A 43-17 win on home soil in Apia shot the Samoans back into contention for a top two finish from the Pacific pool.

Tonga have named their strongest lineup available for their opening game against Manu Samoa in Apia on Friday afternoon.