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Rugby league-Samoa stun England in thriller to reach World Cup final

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LONDON : Samoa stunned hosts England to reach the Rugby League World Cup final with a Golden Point victory in extra time after a thrilling semi-final had ended 26-26 on Saturday.The Pacific Islanders, beaten 60-6 by England in the opening game of the tournament, produced a sensational display at The Emirates and sealed a dramatic victory thanks to an audacious drop goal by Stephen Crichton.In their first ever Rugby League World Cup final, Samoa will face Australia who beat New Zealand on Friday.

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