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Samoa's Junior Paulo says minnows can win World Cup - not just beat England

State of Origin prop, 28, captains the Pacific nation who have been augmented by some of the NRL's greatest talent ahead of their Rugby League World Cup opener against England

Daily Mirror · Oct 15, 2022

Samoa out to write final chapter of rugby league’s Pacific Revolution

In a bubble away from contract negotiations and negative media, culture is blending this team of stars into a star team

The Guardian - AU · Oct 13, 2022

Australia defections are good for talent distribution at Rugby League World Cup

Allegiances to state and country, given the make-up of the NRL in 2022, do not need to be aligned

The Guardian - AU · Oct 12, 2022

Breakaway hooked after trading city for life and footy at the Bay

"I was 18, playing with Joseph Sua'ali'i who was 14, and he was the best player on the park."

Newcastle Herald · Aug 17, 2022

Roosters beat Cowboys, continue NRL surge

The Sydney Roosters have all but assured they will play in the NRL finals after beating North Queensland 32-18 at the SCG.

AAP · Aug 13, 2022

Only two teams have ever won the premiership from outside the top four. Could the Roosters be the third?

Only two teams in the 113 years of Australian rugby league have won the premiership from outside the top four. Could the Roosters be the third?

ABC News · Jul 29, 2022

Roosters down Knights, move into top eight

The Sydney Roosters enjoyed a comfortable win over Newcastle, despite missing three key players.

AAP · Jul 22, 2022

As Samoa looks to begin again, it's time for rugby league's sleeping giant to awaken

It's been a lean few years for Samoa, but the island nation still has the potential to become an international rugby league powerhouse.

ABC News · Jun 22, 2022

New South Wales make seven changes for second State of Origin game in Perth

NSW selectors add Manly's Jake Trbojevic and Penrith's Api Koroisau to the squad for the second State of Origin, with six players in line to make their debuts.

ABC News · Jun 19, 2022

NRL's U-19s Origin marquee falls flat

The NRL's bid for marquee players to feature in under-19s State of Origin has fallen flat, despite a rule that pushed for the game's best young talent to play.

AAP · Jun 16, 2022