Here is what the page “England Suffer Rare Consecutive Defeats as Canada Win 31-22 in Ottawa” contains. England's women's rugby team experienced a rare setback, falling 31-22 to Canada in Ottawa on Saturday. The loss marks the first time in a decade that England have suffered back-to-back defeats, a streak that underscores the growing competitiveness in women's international rugby. Canada's captain Sophie de Goede was the standout performer, scoring a hat-trick to lead her side to victory.
The match was a physical contest, with Canada's forward pack dominating the breakdown and set pieces, while England struggled to find their usual rhythm. This defeat follows England's loss to France last week, raising questions about their form ahead of the upcoming World Cup. For Canada, the win is a significant confidence boost as they continue to build towards the tournament on home soil. The full version stays on the original page, which this listing opens directly.