England Repeats Lineup for Women's Rugby World Cup Final

England Repeats Lineup for Women’s Rugby World Cup Final Against Canada

England has confirmed its starting lineup and substitutes unchanged for Saturday’s World Cup final against Canada at Allianz Stadium. This decision reflects confidence in the 23 players who overcame the challenge in the semi-final match against France, giving them the opportunity to fight for the most important title of the tournament. The selection implies that center Megan Jones, nominated for world player of the year, and winger Jess Breach, have been starters in the six matches of the “Red Roses” in the championship. Following her outstanding performance against France, where she scored two tries and was named player of the match, Ellie Kildunne will lead the English attack against a Canadian team ranked second in the world, who defeated the current champions, New Zealand, in the semi-finals. Natasha Hunt and Zoe Harrison continue as the headline half-back pairing, while Zoe Aldcroft will captain the team from the flanker position. England is considered the favorite to win in a rematch of the 2014 encounter, but faces the pressure of proving its worth on the biggest stage, having reached the last six finals and won only one.

“Our staff and players have worked hard to get to this stage of the tournament,” said head coach John Mitchell.
John Mitchell

“Playing a World Cup final at the Allianz Stadium in front of a record 82,000 spectators is a significant milestone for the sport.”
John Mitchell

“We are well prepared for the challenge against Canada. It’s number one against number two in the world, and we know the match will demand a full 80 minutes.”
John Mitchell