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England and Canada Clash for World Cup Glory

9/27/2025

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Summary

England vs. Canada Showdown

In the 2025 World Cup final at Twickenham, England (No. 1) faces Canada (No. 2) before 82,000.
England seeks a third title (1994, 2014); Canada aims for its first after 2014.
Canada beat New Zealand 34-19 in the semi-finals and remains unbeaten in 2025. Lineups are unchanged, with England's Ellie Kildunne and Canada's Sophie de Goede in contention.

Summary

New Zealand Triumphs Again

New Zealand beat France 42-26 at Twickenham to finish third in the Women's Rugby World Cup.
Braxton Sorensen-McGee scored twice and finished with 11 tries, second-most in Women's Rugby World Cup history.
The win followed a semi-final loss to Canada, ending New Zealand's 18-match World Cup streak.
France's captain praised second-half resilience; Portia Woodman-Wickliffe may retire after this tournament.

History

Historical Context

The inaugural Women's Rugby World Cup took place in 1991, with the United States defeating England 19-6. This marked a pivotal moment for women's rugby, leading to increased recognition and competition. The 2025 final will see England, a two-time champion, face Canada, which seeks its first title, reflecting the sport's growth and rising attendance, with 42,273 spectators at the opening match.

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England vs. Canada Showdown

In the 2025 World Cup final at Twickenham, England (No. 1) faces Canada (No. 2) before 82,000.
England seeks a third title (1994, 2014); Canada aims for its first after 2014.
Canada beat New Zealand 34-19 in the semi-finals and remains unbeaten in 2025. Lineups are unchanged, with England's Ellie Kildunne and Canada's Sophie de Goede in contention.

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