Rugby union fans will get the chance to watch some free-flowing attacking rugby this autumn when the Barbarians take on Samoa in the Killik Cup.
The match takes place at Twickenham Stadium in London on Saturday 27 November and tickets go on general sale at 10am on Thursday 15 April. Available from Ticketmaster, ticket prices start from £35 for adults and £15 for children. VIP and hospitality packages will be available from £119 per person via twickenhamstadium.com
It will be just the second time the teams have met, the first being at London’s Olympic Park ahead of Rugby World Cup 2015, which marked the first-ever rugby match at the venue.
John Spencer, president of Barbarian FC, said: “We are very happy to announce our 2021 Killik Cup fixture this November and look forward to welcoming Samoa to Twickenham for what will no doubt be a wonderful match.
“With our long history of playing with our trademark style of flair, courage, spirit and passion, the Barbarians love lining up against exciting international sides like Samoa and we know this fixture will be an unforgettable rugby experience.
“The Barbarians are also looking forward to welcoming back fans back to HQ for the 2021 Killik Cup, for what always promises to be an electric and unmissable game of international rugby.”
Faleomavaega Vincent Fepuleai, CEO of Lakapi Samoa, added: “Playing the Barbarians is a wonderful opportunity for any nation. They come with a great tradition and reputation and provide a hallmark for fantastic running rugby.
“Lakapi Samoa is grateful for the chance to play against such a prestigious team and at such an iconic rugby venue as Twickenham. Matches like these are invaluable to Samoan rugby, alongside World Rugby’s continued support to our game with the recent announcement of a Samoan Super Rugby Team.”
The Barbarians – who are nicknamed the Baa-Baas – are an invitational rugby union club who were founded in 1890.
About the event
The Killik Cup – Barbarians vs. Samoa
When: Saturday 27 November 2021 (2.30pm)
Where: Twickenham Stadium, London
Tickets: Ticketmaster.co.uk
VIP and hospitality packages: twickenhamstadium.com
Main image: barbarianfc.co.uk