History will be made at Old Trafford on Sunday morning (AEDT) when defending champions Australia take on first-time finalists Samoa at the Theatre of Dreams.
The Kangaroos booked a spot in their 10th World Cup final with a hard-fought 16-14 win over New Zealand in the first semi before Samoa stunned hosts England 27-26 in a golden point thriller to advance to the decider.
Having lost 60-6 to England in the opening game of the tournament it was a remarkable turnaround by Matt Parish's team, who fear no-one as they stand on the verge of an incredible triumph.
Australia are chasing a...