England Clinches Third Women’s Rugby World Cup in Record-Breaking Victory

What a match at the Allianz Stadium in south-west London. The England women’s rugby team clinched their third Women’s Rugby World Cup title by defeating Canada 33-13.

A record-breaking crowd of 81,885 packed Twickenham to witness the victory. England’s 33rd consecutive win just cements how dominant they are in women’s rugby right now.

New Zealander John Mitchell coached the Red Roses through a tough start from Canada. They pushed through and added another championship to their 1994 and 2014 wins.

After heartbreak in the last two finals, this one felt especially sweet for England.

England’s Road to Victory

Getting here took grit and smart planning. England came into the tournament as the world’s top-ranked team, and honestly, they looked every bit the favorites.

The final showed off all their preparation and resilience. Losing the 2022 World Cup final to New Zealand had clearly left a mark.

The Match Breakdown

Canada, ranked second in the world, came out swinging. Asia Hogan-Rochester scored the first try just five minutes in.

England fired back right away—Ellie Kildunne sprinted to the try line, and Zoe Harrison nailed the conversion. That quick response set the tone; England grabbed control and didn’t let go.

• First Half: England led 21-8 at half-time, showing off both offense and defense.
• Second Half: Canada fought back with another Hogan-Rochester try, but England kept pulling away with scores from Abbie Ward and Alex Matthews.

Key Players and Moments

Certain players really stood out. Sadia Kabeya, named player of the match, made a huge impact on both sides of the ball.

Zoe Harrison kept England’s lead safe with flawless conversions.

Star Performers

Ellie Kildunne’s early try felt like a turning point. It gave England the momentum they needed.

Abbie Ward and Alex Matthews piled on with their own tries, pushing England even further ahead.

• Ellie Kildunne: Scored England’s first try and set the pace.
• Abbie Ward: Added crucial points in the second half.
• Alex Matthews: Grabbed two tries, including a big one in the 69th minute.

Historical Significance

This win means more than just a trophy. It’s a huge moment for women’s rugby as a whole.

Twickenham’s record crowd says a lot about how much people care about women’s sports now.

A Record-Setting Achievement

England’s 33rd consecutive win just stretches their record even further. Their consistency at this level is something else.

Honestly, that sets a pretty high bar for everyone else in the sport.

Looking Ahead

Celebrations are still going, but soon everyone will be thinking about what’s next. England’s win sets them up for more success and, hopefully, inspires a new generation of female rugby players.

The Red Roses proved, once again, that with grit, teamwork, and a bit of heart, anything’s possible.

The Road to 2029

Looking ahead to the next World Cup, England will surely aim to defend their title. They’ll want to keep that winning streak alive.