Jillaroos lived up to their end of the bargain, but fans need to follow

ABC Australia News - Oct 16, 2026

The Jillaroos showed why they're the favourites to win a fourth-straight Rugby League World Cup in a big opening win over Samoa, but a small crowd in Sydney has left them urging fans to show up and support women's sport.

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