How to watch New Zealand vs Samoa: FREE live streams for Pacific Cup 2025 Final
New Zealand faces Samoa in Sydney, competing to claim the Pacific Cup title. Their earlier group match gave a glimpse of the thrilling final ahead in the 2025 Pacific Championships.
The New Zealand Kiwis won the first-round clash in Auckland, an intense match highlighted by tries, close TMO decisions, and a late winning try from Dylan Brown. This set a high standard for the tournament, and the final is expected to match that excitement.
Since then, both teams secured comfortable wins against Tonga, setting the scene for Sunday’s decisive final.
Historical context and key players
New Zealand has always dominated Samoa, who have yet to secure a victory over the Kiwis. However, the margin is narrowing, and Samoa has the potential to break that trend.
One standout is Payne Haas, a leader for Samoa after switching allegiance from Australia. If at his best, Haas could challenge New Zealand’s defense significantly.
As reigning 2023 champions, New Zealand faces the weight of being favorites but rely on experienced stars like James Fisher-Harris, Moses Leota, and the young talent Casey McLean, just 19 years old.
"Kieran Foran, in particular, will be keen to secure a final piece of silverware, as the 35-year-old prepares to retire from international rugby after 17 remarkable seasons with the Kiwis."
The final promises a closely fought battle between two strong teams, each hungry for victory.
Author’s summary: New Zealand and Samoa prepare for a thrilling Pacific Cup final, with experienced stars and emerging talents set to deliver an unforgettable clash in Sydney.
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