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Superb Samoa run riot to inflict heavy defeat on woeful Wales

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Samoa score 14 unaswered tries as they thrash Wales 76-0 to secure their first win in Pool A at the 2026 Women's Rugby League World Cup, whilst the result leaves Wales with two defeats from two.

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