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2025 Manu Samoa vs Scotland

Scotland Defeats Samoa 41-12 With Dominant Forward Play At Eden Park

Scotland Defeats Samoa 41-12 With Dominant Forward Play At Eden Park

Scotland defeats Manu Samoa 41-12 in Auckland behind a powerful forward pack and seven tries, including late scores from Kyle Rowe and George Turner.

Jul 18, 2025 by Joe Harrington
FloRugby Rugby Recap July 14th 2025

Scotland put on a powerful forward-driven performance to cruise past Manu Samoa 41-12 at Eden Par on Friday, marking one of its most convincing wins over the Pacific Islanders.

Hooker George Turner capped the night with Scotland’s seventh try in the 75th minute, driving over from a maul to seal the emphatic win and underline the visitors’ dominance in the pack.

The Scots stormed out to a 22-0 lead by halftime with tries from Ewan Ashman, Rory Hutchinson, Arron Reed and Kyle Steyn. 

Ashman opened the scoring in the eighth minute, finishing off a maul after Scotland had pressured Samoa inside 5 meters. Hutchinson added a second try a minute later, thanks to a pinpoint grubber from Stafford McDowall.

Reed's 31st-minute finish showcased Scotland’s sharp backline movement, while Steyn’s 35th-minute try punished Samoa's fringe defence as the visitors built a commanding lead.

Scotland’s second half started no differently. 

Grant Gilchrist powered through just after the break, before Samoa finally got on the board. 

Lock Benjamin Petaia Nee-Nee intercepted a pass and sprinted in for Samoa’s first try in the 51st minute, cutting the deficit to 29-5.

But any thoughts of a Samoan comeback were short-lived. 

Kyle Rowe responded swiftly with an acrobatic finish in the 54th minute, restoring Scotland’s momentum.

Samoa’s second try came through Top 14 standout Duncan Paia’aua in the 63rd minute after a slick backline move, but the result already was beyond doubt. 

Turner’s late try from yet another Scottish maul wrapped up the scoring at 41-12.

It was a statement win for Gregor Townsend’s side, which, despite losing several players to the British and Irish Lions and to injury during the Pacific tour, demonstrated depth and cohesion throughout.

Samoa, by contrast, was plagued by turnovers and defensive lapses, especially around the fringes, and couldn’t capitalize on its few attacking opportunities.

With the All Blacks looming for France on Saturday, and the Lions preparing to face Australia, Friday’s clash served as a showcase of Northern Hemisphere depth and Scotland’s ability to deliver with a reshuffled squad.

TRY! Scotland get another one through the pack!

Samoa Is In Again! This Time Through Top 14 Star Duncan Paia'aua

Kyle Rowe Answers For Scotland Rugby

Scotland 34, Samoa 5 | 55'

Kyle Rowe answered Manu Samoa's try with one of his own, as Scotland pushes the lead back to 29. 

Manu Samoa Breaks Through With First Points

Scotland 29, Samoa 5 | 52'

Ben Nee-Nee intercepted a pass and scored the first try of the match for Samoa. They didn't convert the extra point. 

Highlights: Grant Gilchrist Shows Off Scotland Power Game

Some Changes For Samoa Lineup

Iakopo Petelo-Mapu and Niko Jones are in, and Taleni Seu and Jonah Mau'u are out.

Scotland Adds To Lead

Scotland 29, Samoa 0 | 45'

Grant Gilchrist scores the fifth try of the match for Scotland, and Fergus Burke converted. 

Second Half Underway At Eden Park

And, we're back!

Samoa Vs. Scotland Rugby First-Half Stats

Samoa on the left, Scotland on the right:

  • Penalty Goals: 0 – 0
  • Tries: 0 – 4
  • Conversions: 0 – 1
  • Drop Goals: 0 – 0
  • Carries: 57 – 78
  • Line Breaks: 2 – 8
  • Turnovers Lost: 12 – 7
  • Turnovers Won: 3 – 5

At Halftime: Scotland All Over Samoa 22-0

It's halftime at Eden Park, and Samoa is glad that half is over. Scotland leads big, with four tries in the half. 

Highlights: Kyle Steyn Adds Try No. 4 For Scotland Rugby

More Scots Action. Fourth Try Of Half Builds Lead

Scotland 17, Samoa 0 | 35'

Scotland is rolling, and Manu Samoa can't slow 'em down. 

Kyle Steyn adds a fourth try in the 35th minute. Fergus Burke missed his third conversion to keep the door open, slightly, for Samoa. 

Highlights: Arron Reed= Pure Magic

Scotland Rugby Scores Third Try Of Half

Scotland 17, Samoa 0 | 31'

Scotland is rolling. Arron Reed adds a try. Scotland doesn't convert the kick. 

Samoa Can't Score, But Defenses Comes Up Big

Samoa lost possession, and Scotland stormed down the field. 

The Scots were poised to score, but Samoa was able to come up with a big stop to slow Scotland momentum.

Samoa Threatening To Score

Samoa is 5 meters away from a try in the 25th minute. 

Highlights: Rory Hutchinson's Nifty Try

Scotland Rugby Piles On Points After Second Brilliant Try 

Scotland 12, Samoa 0 | 12'

Rory Hutchinson used a kick to help score a nifty try, and Fergus Burke converted the extra point. 

Highlights: Ewan Ashman Try For Scotland Rugby

Scotland Rugby Strikes First

Scotland 5, Samoa 0 | 8'

Ewan Ashman puts Scotland on the board as the pack powers him for the first five points. Scotland didn't convert.

Scotland Threatening In Sixth Minute

Scotland is 5 meters away from the first try of the match. 

How Can One Not Like International Rugby?

British Irish Lions Evens The Samoa Vs. Scotland Rugby Match

Scotland lost three more players to the Lions this week as the team prepares to play Australia on July 19 at 6 a.m. ET. 

Scotland also lost several players to injuries in the Fiji match. 

Can Samoa take advantage? 

Samoa Vs. Scotland Kickoff Is Here

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It's Time For Anthems At Eden Park

Scotland, Manu Samoa at Eden Park is moments away, as the national anthems are about to begin. 

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Yes, There Are Bagpipes At Eden Park

In case the people were wondering, there are bagpipes playing at Eden Park, and some Scotland fans are in full Highlander gear. 

Last Time Out For Scotland And Samoa Rugby

Scotland lost on July 11 to Fiji, 29-14 in the first test match of the summer. 

Meanwhile, this is Samoa's first match since beating the United States 18-13 in November in a match played in Europe.  

Pregame Coverage Of Samoa Vs. Scotland Rugby Is Live

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The Classic All Blacks And The Pasifika All-Stars Helped Kick Things Off

The opening match of the double header was the All Blacks Classics against the Pasifika All-Stars. Watch the replay of that fun match at FloRugby.

Samoa Ready For Scotland

Scotland Rugby Has Made It To Eden Park 

Why Is Scotland Rugby Playing Manu Samoa At Eden Park?

The match is being played in the National Stadium of New Zealand, Eden Park and not at Apia Park in Samoa due to major renovations being made to Samoa's national stadium. 

Eden Park Is One Of The Best Rugby Stadiums In The World

The All Blacks' national stadium sits 60,000 fans for rugby matches and was founded in 1900. 

The All Blacks are simply dominant in Eden Park. The New Zealand national team hasn't lost at Eden Park in 31 years, or back in July 1994. 

The All Blacks have won 50 straight matches at Eden Park. 

That type of lore has made Eden Park one of the most famous rugby venues in the world. 

Scotland is no stranger to playing in famous stadiums, as the Scots' national stadium is Murrayfield Stadium in Edinburgh. 

Manu Samoa Vs. Scotland All-Time Record

Scotland owns a 10-1-1 record against Samoa in 12 matches. 

Scotland last won the last two matches, including a 34-0 win at the 2019 Rugby World Cup, the last time the two countries played. 

Samoa's win over Scotland came in 2013, 27-17, in Durban, South Africa. 

Scotland Rugby Lineup Vs. Samoa

  1. Rory Sutherland
  2. Ewan Ashman
  3. Elliot Millar Mills
  4. Gregor Brown
  5. Grant Gilchrist
  6. Andy Onyeama-Christie
  7. Rory Darge (captain)
  8. Matt Fagerson
  9. Jamie Dobie
  10. Fergus Burke
  11. Arron Reed
  12. Stafford McDowall
  13. Rory Hutchinson
  14. Kyle Steyn
  15. Kyle Rowe

Scotland Bench:

  • 16. George Turner
  • 17. Nathan McBeth
  • 18. Fin Richardson
  • 19. Cameron Henderson
  • 20. Marshall Sykes
  • 21. Ben Muncaster
  • 22. George Horne
  • 23. Adam Hastings

Manu Samoa Rugby Lineup Vs. Scotland

  1. Aki Seiuli
  2. Pita Anae-Ah Sue
  3. Michael Alaalatoa
  4. Benjamin Petaia Nee-Nee
  5. Samuel Slade
  6. Theo McFarland (captain)
  7. Jonah Mau'u
  8. Taleni Seu
  9. Melani Matavao
  10. Jacob Umaga
  11. Tomasi Alosio
  12. Henry Taefu
  13. Duncan Paia'aua
  14. Tuna Tuitama
  15. Latrell Ah Kiong

Samoa Bench:

  • 16. Luteru Tolai
  • 17. Kaynan Siteine-Tua
  • 18. Marco Fepuleai
  • 19. Michael Curry
  • 20. Niko Jones
  • 21. Iakopo Mapu
  • 22. Connor Tupa’i
  • 23. Rodney Iona

Scotland Rugby Was Ready To Go After Captain's Run In Eden Park

Manu Samoa Vs. Scotland Kickoff Time

The match kicks off from Eden Park in Auckland, New Zealand at 3:35 a.m. ET with coverage starting at 3:20 a.m. ET on FloRugby and the FloSports app in the United States.

How To Watch Manu Samoa Vs. Scotland Rugby 

The match is streaming live on FloRugby and the FloSports app in the United States. Match highlights, breaking news and replays will be on both platforms. 

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