Women’s Rugby World Cup: England, Canada and NZ in Quarterfinals. Who will stop the Red Roses?

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The Women’s Rugby World Cup Enters Knockout Stage: England, Canada, and New Zealand Stand Out

The group stage has concluded and the Women’s Rugby World Cup enters its decisive stage. England, after a slight stumble against Australia, demonstrated their power with a resounding victory. Despite the defeat, Australia managed to advance to the knockout stage. On the other hand, the United States could not overcome Samoa, being eliminated from the tournament. Canada and New Zealand also shone with significant victories. Canada surpassed Scotland, while New Zealand swept Ireland.

Who Will Stop England?

During the first 20 minutes of the match against Australia, England was outplayed. Australia implemented an effective strategy that tested the “Red Roses”.
Women's Rugby World Cup: England, Canada and NZ in Quarterfinals. Who will stop the Red Roses?
Finally, England recovered and won 47-7, but Australia showed a plan to stop the English women. The English defense proved to be solid, limiting Australia to a single try.
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  • Amy Cokayne: The RAF officer and former New Zealand player driving England’s forward pack.
  • Piper Duck’s exhaustive recovery to play in the World Cup.

“We know that defense wins championships and will win us games,” said Megan Jones.

Megan Jones
England is the favorite, but Canada and New Zealand represent a real threat.
Women's Rugby World Cup: England, Canada and NZ in Quarterfinals. Who will stop the Red Roses?
Canada defeated Scotland 40-19, demonstrating their speed and power. New Zealand, for its part, dominated Ireland with a score of 40-0. New Zealand’s attack speed is a factor to consider for the other teams.
Women's Rugby World Cup: England, Canada and NZ in Quarterfinals. Who will stop the Red Roses?
Ireland gave it their all, but New Zealand knew how to withstand the pressure. England is the favorite to win the tournament, but Canada and New Zealand will not make it easy.

Ilona Maher Says Goodbye to the Tournament

Ilona Maher, from the United States team, will not be able to continue in the tournament. Despite the United States’ victory over Samoa, it was not enough to advance to the next round.
Women's Rugby World Cup: England, Canada and NZ in Quarterfinals. Who will stop the Red Roses?
Maher had a great impact on the tournament and demonstrated his worth in rugby XV.

Highlights to see

Samoa says goodbye in style:

Rugby World Cup Post

Wales and its Difficulties

Wales underperformed, losing all three matches. Despite having talented players, they lacked leadership and playing time.
Women's Rugby World Cup: England, Canada and NZ in Quarterfinals. Who will stop the Red Roses?
The Welsh team will seek to improve and has potential with its young players.

“We are in a difficult moment, but I believe in Lynny [head coach Sean Lynn], I believe in the team we have, I believe in our staff, that we can turn this around,” said co-captain Alex Callender.

Alex Callender

Australia Advances to Quarterfinals

Australia, despite losing against England, managed to secure its place in the quarter-finals.
Women's Rugby World Cup: England, Canada and NZ in Quarterfinals. Who will stop the Red Roses?
Canada, their quarter-final opponent, represents a challenge for Australia, who will need to raise their game to advance to the semi-finals.
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