Squad lists are one of the most useful ways to follow the Rugby League World Cup: they help supporters see who has been selected, compare tournament entries and find the teams behind each fixture. The 2026 event brings together men's, women's and wheelchair competitions, with 26 teams in total.
Use the team links below to open each profile. Team profiles contain the player names currently listed in our guide, along with pool information and available captain, club and debutant details. Where the source data does not include a detail, the profile does not assume one.
Squad status: This is an independent fan guide, not an official team announcement. Player lists can change, and a name appearing here should not be taken as confirmation of final tournament registration. Check the official RLWC website for the latest announcements.
Men's Rugby League World Cup squads
The men's tournament has 10 teams. Pool A includes Australia, New Zealand, Fiji and Cook Islands. England, France, Lebanon, Papua New Guinea, Samoa and Tonga are in the combined Pool B and C table.
- Australia Kangaroos squad — Pool A. Isaah Yeo is listed as captain in this guide.
- New Zealand Kiwis squad — Pool A.
- Fiji Bati squad — Pool A.
- Cook Islands Kukis squad — Pool A.
- England squad — combined Pools B and C.
- France squad — combined Pools B and C.
- Lebanon Cedars squad — combined Pools B and C.
- Papua New Guinea Kumuls squad — combined Pools B and C.
- Samoa Toa Samoa squad — combined Pools B and C.
- Tonga Mate Ma'a Tonga squad — combined Pools B and C.
The Kangaroos profile lists a 23-player squad and marks several players as debutants in the current data. The Kiwis and other team pages provide their own player lists; check each profile for the latest details carried by this guide rather than assuming that squad sizes or selection status are identical across teams.
Women's Rugby League World Cup squads
Eight teams compete in the women's tournament. Team profiles also make it easier to compare entries from nations competing in more than one tournament.
- Australia Jillaroos squad — Pool A. Isabelle Kelly is listed as captain.
- New Zealand Kiwi Ferns squad — Pool B.
- England squad — Pool A.
- France squad — Pool B.
- Samoa Fetu Samoa squad — Pool A.
- Fiji Bulikula squad — Pool B.
- Papua New Guinea Orchids squad — Pool B.
- Wales squad — Pool A.
Australia's current profile lists Isabelle Kelly as captain and names the coach and players included in the guide's data. Other profiles show player and club details where available. Follow the links for the full team-level listing instead of relying on a short tournament summary.
Wheelchair Rugby League World Cup squads
The wheelchair tournament has eight teams, with its own team entries and player lists:
- Australia Wheelaroos squad — Pool B. Bayley McKenna is listed as captain.
- New Zealand Wheel Kiwis squad — Pool B. Jayson Hooker is listed as captain.
- England squad — Pool A.
- France squad — Pool B.
- Wales squad — Pool A.
- Ireland squad — Pool A.
- USA squad — Pool A.
- Scotland squad — Pool B.
The profiles are organised by nation, so a country entered in multiple tournaments can have more than one squad on the same page. Check the tournament label on the profile to make sure you are looking at the men's, women's or wheelchair entry you want.
How to check a squad and follow team news
- Choose the team profile for the nation you follow.
- Check the tournament and pool labels before reading the squad, especially for nations in multiple competitions.
- Look for captain, club and debutant information where it is available; missing details are not a claim that a team has no captain or debutants.
- Confirm late changes with the official tournament or national-team announcement.
- Use the full RLWC 2026 schedule to find fixtures, and the teams directory to browse all 26 entries.
Squad announcements can develop in the lead-up to a tournament. We will update this guide when our team data changes, but the official source remains the best place to verify a selection before match day.
Frequently asked questions
How many teams are playing at RLWC 2026?
There are 26 teams across the men's, women's and wheelchair Rugby League World Cups: 10 men's teams and 8 teams in each of the other two competitions.
Are the player lists final?
Not necessarily. This guide reflects the player data currently available on our team profiles. Selections and registrations can change, so verify the latest list with the official organisers.
Where can I find a team's pool and fixtures?
Start with the team's profile for its tournament and pool details, then visit the RLWC 2026 schedule for fixtures and kick-off times.
Frequently asked questions
How many teams are in the Rugby League World Cup 2026?
The 2026 event features 26 teams across three competitions: 10 men's teams, 8 women's teams and 8 wheelchair teams.
Where can I find a full RLWC 2026 squad?
Open a team's profile from the team list in this guide. The profile shows the player names currently listed for that team's tournament entry, plus captain or club details where available.
Are the squads on this site guaranteed to be final?
No. Squad selections and tournament registrations can change. Treat these profiles as a guide and confirm the latest official team list with the tournament organisers.