Toa Samoa's Fa'alogo dazzles with six World Cup tries in two matches
Sua Fa'alogo scored six tries with nine line breaks and four try assists across two Rugby League World Cup matches.
Sua Fa'alogo, a 23-year-old Melbourne player, has taken the World Cup by storm. The wing scored four tries in Samoa's opening 78-4 win over France, then added two more in a 64-6 victory against Papua New Guinea.
Across those two matches, Fa'alogo delivered nine line breaks and four try assists, showcasing dazzling footwork. Normally a fullback for Melbourne, he has adapted brilliantly to playing wing.
Samoa coach Ben Gardiner praised his flexibility and cultural connection to the team. Next, Samoa face rivals Tonga on Sunday in a sold-out Parramatta showdown.
Both teams are already in the semi-finals; the winner avoids Australia.
- 23 years old
- Fa'alogo's age
- Six across two matches
- Tries scored
- Nine
- Line breaks
- Four
- Try assists
Why it mattersFa'alogo's breakout performance shows Samoa have a genuine attacking weapon capable of punishing defences at the World Cup.
