Canada beat England again to inflict first back-to-back defeats in decade
The Red Roses suffer consecutive losses for the first time in ten years after falling to Canada 31-22 in Ottawa.
At a glance
- England lost 31-22 to Canada in Ottawa, their third defeat in 74 matches
- The loss marks England's first back-to-back defeats in a decade
- Canada captain Sophie de Goede scored three tries and made key defensive plays
- Canada are regarded as serious contenders for the 2029 World Cup
England lost to Canada 31-22 in a WXV match in Ottawa, marking the team's third defeat in their past 74 matches. The loss comes a week after Canada's previous victory over England, giving the Red Roses their first consecutive defeats in a decade.
Canada's captain Sophie de Goede scored a hat-trick and delivered strong defensive performances, while teammate Julie Omokhuale also contributed significantly. The victory is viewed as a statement of intent from Canada ahead of the 2029 World Cup.
Why it matters
Canada's consecutive victories over England demonstrate significant improvement in women's rugby and suggest they could be major World Cup contenders in 2029.
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