FINAL TEAMS: England vs Tonga – Round 1, 2026 Rugby League World Cup

LATE MAIL: England and Tonga have confirmed their final lineups for the 2026 Rugby League World Cup match at HBF Park.

By Zero Tackle · Zero Tackle

Published: Saturday, 17 October 2026 at 7:34 AM

Key Things to Know

Tonga secured an 18-point victory over England, winning 30-12 in Round 1 of the 2026 World Cup.
Haumole Olakau'atu scored two tries, with Stefano Utoikamanu and Tolutau Koula also scoring for Tonga.
Isaiya Katoa contributed 14 points for Tonga through three conversions and four penalty goals.

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Tonga defeated England 30-12 in Round 1 of the 2026 Rugby League World Cup at HBF Park. Tonga built a 10-0 halftime lead before closing out an 18-point victory with a dominant four-try display.

Haumole Olakau'atu crossed for two tries for Tonga, while Stefano Utoikamanu and Tolutau Koula added one try each. Isaiya Katoa led all scorers with 14 points, converting three tries and kicking four penalties, while AJ Brimson and Dominic Young scored England's tries.

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FINAL TEAMS: England vs Tonga – Round 1, 2026 Rugby League World Cup

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