New Zealand Sends Both the Kiwis and Kiwi Ferns to the 2026 Rugby League World Cup Final

New Zealand has plenty to celebrate, with both its men’s and women’s national teams securing their places in the Rugby League World Cup 2026 final. The Kiwis booked their ticket to the championship decider with a semi-final victory over Tonga, while the Kiwi Ferns advanced after defeating Fetū Samoa, bringing an end to Samoa’s historic campaign. It sets up a special moment for New Zealand rugby league, with both national teams now one win away from lifting the World Cup trophy. With the men’s and women’s competitions reaching their biggest stage, New Zealand will have two teams representing the nation in the final, a remarkable achievement for the Kiwi rugby league community.