Australia faces Fiji in Rugby League World Cup group stage
The Kangaroos play Fiji at Suncorp Stadium in Brisbane as the tournament's group stage reaches a critical phase.
At a glance
- Australia play Fiji at Suncorp Stadium in Brisbane
- Australia are expected to top their group if they beat Fiji and Cook Islands
- The winner of New Zealand v Fiji is likely to finish second and reach the semi-finals
- Results in other matches will determine the final group standings
Australia and Fiji meet in a Rugby League World Cup match at Suncorp Stadium in Brisbane. The outcome will influence the final standings in the group stage, with Australia expected to progress if they defeat both Fiji and Cook Islands.
Several other results will determine which teams advance to the semi-finals. The winner of the New Zealand versus Fiji match is expected to finish second in the group and join Australia in the knockout stage.
Why it matters
The group stage matches determine which teams advance to the semi-finals of the Rugby League World Cup.
Original reporting
- The Guardian — SportAustralia v Fiji: men’s Rugby League World Cup – live
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