“Canada stun England again with 31-22 win as Red Roses suffer first back-to-back defeats in” — what this page in the network covers. Canada delivered a statement 31-22 victory over England in Ottawa, handing the Red Roses their first consecutive losses in ten years and only their third defeat in 74 matches. Captain Sophie de Goede, the reigning world player of the year, scored a hat-trick and led a fearless defensive effort, while Julie Omokhuale also impressed in a dominant team performance. The result follows Canada's historic win over the same opponents just a week earlier, breaking England's long unbeaten run.
With the 2029 World Cup on the horizon, Canada's rapid improvement since their narrow loss to England in the 2025 final signals a major shift in the global rugby landscape. England, long the benchmark in women's rugby, now face questions about their depth and tactical approach after being outplayed twice in a row. The full version stays on the original page, which this listing opens directly.