Rugby World Cup build up

Samoa name two debutants to take on Wallabies

Crusaders Prop Michael Alaalatoa and Queensland Reds halfback Scott Malolua are set to play their first test matches on Saturday at Parramatta's Bankwest Stadium.

Coach Steve Jackson said the two players deserved their opportunity.

"We've selected a team based on training and match performances."

Alaalatoa started, and Malolua came off the bench, during last weekend's 36-19 win over the New Zealand Heartland XV, but that was not a test match.