Match in Pictures: England 60-6 Samoa

England made a rapid start to the men's Rugby League World Cup at St James' Park

15 Oct 2022

Match in Pictures: England 60-6 Samoa

England made a rapid start to the men's Rugby League World Cup at St James' Park

By Josh Graham at St James' Park

England made the perfect start to the Rugby League World Cup with an emphatic 60-6 win against Samoa on a colourful day at St James' Park.

An opening ceremony preceded kick-off, with the trophy paraded and a performance from rock band The Kaiser Chiefs.

However, it was England who finished as the headliners as the hosts ran in 10 tries, including two each from Dominic Young and Elliott Whitehead.

Here are some of the best pictures from the day.

George Williams and Jack Welsby celebrate a job well done with jubilant fans. Getty Images.

Samoa captain Junior Paulo was frustrated by the way his side conceded 42 unanswered points in the second half. Getty Images.

Dominic Young scored two of England's 10 tries, with both coming in the first half. Getty Images.

Izack Tago scored Samoa's only try of the game just before the break. Getty Images.

Kallum Watkins slid over for England's fourth try of the game at a raucous St James' Park. Getty Images.

Victor Radley was named Cazoo Player of the Match after a superb display. Getty Images.

British rock band The Kaiser Chiefs helped to get the crowd going at the opening ceremony. Getty Images.

Brian To'o helped to lead the way as Samoa performed the Manu Siva Tau. Getty Images.

Kevin Sinfield and Jason Robinson paraded the men's Rugby League World Cup trophy before kick-off. Getty Images.

England fans helped to generate a special atmosphere at kick-off, with a stirring rendition of God Save the King. Getty Images.

The Rugby League World Cup promises to be the biggest, best and most inclusive event in the sport’s 127-year history with men’s, women’s and wheelchair teams competing in 61 games across 21 venues throughout England. Tickets are available via rlwc2021.com/tickets