Canada Surprises New Zealand and Goes to the Rugby World Cup Final

Canada Destroys New Zealand and Advances to the Women’s Rugby World Cup Final

BRISTOL, England – Canada’s women’s rugby team is no longer a surprise. After an impressive display, they defeated New Zealand with a final score of 34-19 on a memorable night. This triumph not only secures their place in the final of the 2025 Women’s Rugby World Cup, but also marks a milestone in the history of Canadian sport. Canada’s coach, Kévin Rouet, had said before the match: “We are Canada, nobody knows us, and we are happy with that!”. However, after this match, the powers of women’s rugby can no longer ignore the strength and talent of the Canadians. Canada, currently in second place in the world ranking, has demonstrated its superiority by adding three consecutive victories against New Zealand. The “Black Ferns”, winners of six of the last seven World Cups, suffered their biggest defeat in a World Cup match, with the most points conceded and the same number of tries received.

The key to Canada’s success lies in its strategy and the quality of its players, including Sophie de Goede and Justine Pelletier. De Goede, outstanding in aerial play and tackles, was fundamental in the victory. Pelletier, for her part, demonstrated her skill in ball handling and creating attacking opportunities. The Canadian team, which raised nearly one million Canadian dollars through a crowdfunding campaign, has shown that determination and teamwork can overcome any obstacle.

“We have defied expectations time and again and that unites us, drives us forward and fosters in the group the knowledge that we can overcome anything,” said De Goede.

Sophie de Goede

During the first ten minutes of the match, Canada dazzled New Zealand with a multifaceted game. They dominated the aerial game, speed at the ruck, and leveraged Pelletier’s ability to create space and score the first try.

Canada’s defense was also crucial, limiting New Zealand’s attack and resisting comeback attempts. Coach Rouet anticipates a great match in the final. “I told the girls to stop crying because we have work to do in eight days. That’s the mentality.” Canada will face the winner of the match between England and France in the final to be played next Saturday at Twickenham.

Canada’s victory over New Zealand demonstrates that the Canadians have always been serious contenders for the title. Now, with their sights set on the final, they will seek to cement their place in the history of women’s rugby.