(Sports Correspondent: Imran Sohail)
England Defeat Canada to Win Women’s Rugby World Cup Final at Twickenham
Twickenham, London: England’s Red Roses delivered a commanding performance to beat Canada 33-13 in the Women’s Rugby World Cup final, lifting the trophy for the third time in history.
The final, played in front of a record-breaking crowd of 81,885 fans, showcased England’s dominance as they extended their unbeaten run to 33 matches. The victory also erased the heartbreak of losing the last two finals to New Zealand’s Black Ferns.
Match Highlights
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Canada struck first through Asia Hogan-Rochester, but England quickly responded with a sensational try from Ellie Kildunne.
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Tries from Amy Cokayne and Alex Matthews put England in control before half-time.
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Canada’s captain Sophie de Goede kept her team in the game with a penalty, narrowing the gap.
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In the second half, Abbie Ward added to England’s lead, before Hogan-Rochester scored her second try for Canada.
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Matthews sealed the win with her second try of the match, ensuring England claimed the title.
Canada’s Journey
Canada entered the final after defeating New Zealand in the semi-finals, a historic victory for the team. Their campaign was fueled by a grassroots fundraising drive called “Mission: Win Rugby World Cup”, which brought them close to their $1 million target to compete with the world’s top-funded squads.
Despite their spirited performance and world number two ranking, they were unable to stop England’s relentless attack on the big stage.
A Landmark Victory for England
This triumph marks England’s first World Cup title since 2014, when they also defeated Canada in the final.
It caps an unforgettable year for women’s sport in the country, following the Lionesses’ victory at Euro 2025 in July.
✅ Final Score: England 33 – 13 Canada
🏆 Winners: England (3rd Women’s Rugby World Cup title)
📍 Venue: Twickenham, London
