The Manu Samoan rugby team created history yesterday in upsetting the Wallabies 32-23 in a test match in Sydney.
It was one of the greatest ever shocks in rugby union for Australia losing to Samoa.
Failing to show respect for their less fancied opponents early on, the Wallabies were caught cold by the fearless Samoan outfit.
Tries to Alesana Tuilagi, Paul Williams, Kane Thompson and George Pisi easily accounted for the Wallabies two tries as the islanders dominated at the breakdown and capitalised on several sets of sloppy Australian play.
Captain Mahonri Schwalger was lost of words after the final whistle as his boys celebrate with their first ever win against Australia.
Wallabies captain, Rocky Elsom admitted his side underestimated the Samoan side earlier in the game when they opted not to kick-off for goal when they were awarded three penalties.
Australia will take on South Africa this Saturday at 9.40pm in the opening Tri-Nations game.
Story by: Dreu Vukailagi
Samoa shocks Australia
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