Latrell Siegwalt Makes International Debut for France
The 25-year-old athlete represented the French national rugby league team in a match against Samoa.
Updated on Oct. 20, 2026 in Soccer
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Latrell Siegwalt made his international debut for the French national rugby league team at CommBank Stadium. Despite the effort, France lost the match to Samoa by a final score of 78 to 4.
Why it matters
Siegwalt qualified for the national squad through his French-born grandfather. The 25-year-old earned his selection after impressing scouts during his 2026 NRL season performance.
Siegwalt played the full 80 minutes against Samoa during his international debut. He currently holds a two-year contract with the South Sydney Rabbitohs signed in September 2025.
The players
Latrell Siegwalt
The 25-year-old professional rugby league player recently made his debut for the French national team.
South Sydney Rabbitohs
This professional rugby league club competes in the National Rugby League and signed Siegwalt to a two-year contract.
The details
After playing 10 NRL games in 2026, Siegwalt was tapped to join the French side for international competition. The Wagga Wagga native had previously represented New South Wales in the Koori Knockout and reached the Laurie Daley Cup grand final.
Timeline
Siegwalt represented NSW in the Koori Knockout in 2017.
Siegwalt reached the Laurie Daley Cup grand final in 2018.
Siegwalt signed a two-year deal with the Rabbitohs in September 2025.
Siegwalt made his international debut for France on October 16, 2026.
France plays England in Perth on October 24, 2026.
Season Trajectory
Siegwalt's inclusion in the French squad marks a shift in how smaller nations integrate NRL-experienced talent to bolster their international standing. His participation directly impacts the roster depth heading into the upcoming matchup against England.
Siegwalt is officially confirmed for the lineup in the upcoming October 24, 2026, match against England. His transition from his 2026 NRL season duties to international play remains a key point for team selection strategies.
The takeaway
Siegwalt's selection highlights the growing reliance of international teams on players with dual-eligibility status based on ancestral history. Fans should watch for his performance in the upcoming Perth match to see if his NRL experience translates to consistent international success.
What happens next
Latrell Siegwalt is selected to represent France in the upcoming international match against England on October 24, 2026, in Perth.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by Region Riverina.
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