Australia reach World Cup final after Fiji scare
Summary
Australia beat World Cup debutants Fiji 30-14 to reach their fifth consecutive Women’s Rugby League World Cup final. Abbi Church scored four tries, and Australia will face New Zealand in Brisbane next Sunday as they pursue a fourth straight title.Key Facts
- Australia trailed for the first time in the tournament after Fiji took an 8-0 lead.
- Fiji captain Sereana Naitokatoka stole the ball near Australia’s try line before Luisa Yaranamua scored and converted.
- Australia went into halftime level at 8-8 after tries by Abbi Church and Tamika Upton.
- Church scored four tries in the match, including one from a kick late in the game.
- Jaime Chapman also scored for Australia, and Jocelyn Kelleher kicked three goals.
- Maria Paseka scored Fiji’s second try late in the match.
- Australia will meet New Zealand in the final next Sunday in Brisbane.
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