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Jon Wilkin fires back at Samoa 'underdog story' and says it's not a shock they beat England

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Jon Wilkin fires back at Samoa 'underdog story' and says it's not a shock they beat England

Jon Wilkin believes Samoa's victory over England is not a shock. He believes they were expected to reach the World Cup final. Samoa will play Australia in the 2021 Rugby League World cup final at Old Trafford. Samoa were beaten 60-6 by England in their opening game of the tournament. They beat them 27-26 in a rematch at the Emirates Stadium. Samoan players won NRL Grand Final. Jon Wilkins believes England were well ahead of their expectations.

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