A spot in the Rugby League World Cup final is on the line as the first semis in the men's and women's tournaments are held in Newcastle.

New Zealand has both men's and women's sides playing at Hunter Stadium today. The women's Kiwi Ferns meet Samoa, followed by the men's Kiwis facing a fierce Tongan outfit. 

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Kiwi Ferns and Fetus Samoa on the field

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Both sets of players have made their way onto Hunter Stadium.

New Zealand has never lost a Rugby League World Cup semifinal in the women's competition.

Fetu Samoa are in their maiden semifinal, a major moment for the women's game.