Another country on the brink of being BANNED from the 2027 Rugby World Cup

Samoa is on the brink of suspension from international rugby after World Rugby gave the Samoan government until Friday to accept a proposed review into its decision to withdraw recognition and financial support from Lakapi Samoa. A failure to comply could result in a suspension of up to four years, which would put Samoa's participation in the 2027 Rugby World Cup in jeopardy. The crisis stems from a dispute between Prime Minister La'aulialemalietoa Leuatea Schmidt, who threatened to establish a rival governing body, and Lakapi Samoa, which continues to hold World Rugby's backing.