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England learn Rugby League World Cup disciplinary verdict after Tonga loss

The disciplinary verdict is in following England’s 30-12 defeat to Tonga in week one of the Rugby League World Cup. Brian McDermott saw his first game in charge of the country end in a loss as his new-look attacking style…

Published: Sunday, 18 October 2026 at 11:06 AM
England learn Rugby League World Cup disciplinary verdict after Tonga loss
Key Things to Know
  • No players were charged following England's Rugby League World Cup defeat to Tonga.
  • Tonga defeated England 30-12 in Brian McDermott's first game as head coach.
  • Haumole Olakauatu scored two tries for Kristian Woolf's victorious Tongan side.
The Story in 60 Seconds

No England or Tonga players have been charged by the match judiciary following Tonga's 30-12 victory over England in week one of the Rugby League World Cup. The match marked Brian McDermott's first game in charge of England, which ended in defeat despite tries from AJ Brimson and Dom Young. Tonga secured the win courtesy of a double from Haumole Olakauatu.

The disciplinary review revealed a clean slate across the tournament's opening fixtures, with no charges arising from Australia versus New Zealand or any other matches played between Thursday and Saturday. Disciplinary verdicts for the match between Fiji and the Cook Islands are scheduled to be released on Monday.

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