England Names Squad for Samoa Test Series
England Names Squad for Samoa Test Series
England Names Squad for Samoa Test Series
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England head coach Shaun Wane has announced a 24-man squad for the upcoming two-Test series against Samoa, featuring uncapped Wigan duo Junior Nsemba and Liam Marshall. Both players played pivotal roles in Wigan's historic quadruple success, with Nsemba named Super League Young Player of the Year and Marshall finishing the season as the top try-scorer with 27 tries. The squad includes notable players such as Dom Young and Victor Radley from the Sydney Roosters, along with five representatives from the Warrington Wolves. Wigan's Luke Thompson will miss the first Test due to suspension, while Ethan Havard and Harry Smith also join the squad. The first match will take place in Wigan on October 27, followed by a second match in Leeds on November 2. Wane expressed excitement over the squad selection, acknowledging the tough challenge posed by Samoa and the historical context of their previous encounter in the World Cup semi-final.

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