Updated Team Lists: England vs Tonga – Round 1, 2026 Rugby League World Cup

England and Tonga have reduced their squads to 20 ahead of their 2026 Rugby League World Cup match at HBF Park.

By Zero Tackle · Zero Tackle

Published: Friday, 16 October 2026 at 9:04 AM

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Tonga defeated England 30-12 in Round 1 of the 2026 Rugby League World Cup at HBF Park.
Haumole Olakau'atu scored two tries, with Stefano Utoikamanu and Tolutau Koula also scoring for Tonga.
Isaiya Katoa kicked three conversions and four penalty goals to finish with 14 points.

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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 lead by halftime before closing out an 18-point victory over their opponents.

Haumole Olakau'atu crossed twice for Tonga, with Stefano Utoikamanu and Tolutau Koula adding tries alongside 14 total points from halfback Isaiya Katoa. AJ Brimson and Dominic Young scored tries for England, both converted by Hugo Savala.

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Updated Team Lists: England vs Tonga – Round 1, 2026 Rugby League World Cup

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