Overview
- Kick-off is Tuesday, 18 November at Dubai’s Sevens Stadium (3:30 pm UK), with free live coverage available on RugbyPass TV in many territories.
- Victory will complete the 24-team Rugby World Cup 2027 lineup and confirm the 12th entrant for the inaugural World Rugby Nations Cup.
- Both teams arrive unbeaten in Dubai, with Belgium edging Brazil 30-27 despite a red card and Samoa defeating Namibia 26-8.
- Samoa’s squad features high-profile additions Scott Sio, Jacob Umaga and Titi Lamositele, with coach Lemalu Tusiata Pusi saying their experience has lifted the group.
- World Rugby, Six Nations Rugby and SANZAAR have launched the 2026 Nations Championship and outlined fixtures, while the Nations Cup field lists 11 confirmed teams awaiting Belgium or Samoa.