England Shone at Twickenham: Historic Defeat for the All Blacks
In a gray afternoon, England illuminated Twickenham with a performance for the history books. The team demonstrated character, precision, physicality and, above all, immense self-confidence, defeating the All Blacks by 33-19. The victory, built on resilience and strategy, marks a milestone for English rugby.
The match kept fans on the edge of their seats until the 76th minute, when Tom Roebuck secured the victory with his try. Before that, the tension was palpable, with England playing with the precision of George Ford and the energy of players like Henry Pollock. The victory was the result of a collective effort, a testament to the growing strength of the English team.Tom Roebuck selló la victoria para Inglaterra con su cuarto try al final del partido.England, who fell 12-0 behind in the first 18 minutes, did not lose focus. Tries from Ollie Lawrence, Sam Underhill, Fraser Dingwall, and Tom Roebuck ignited euphoria at Twickenham. At the end of the match, joy and exhaustion merged into a memorable celebration. This team became the ninth in England’s history to beat the All Blacks.
This match was an example of rugby played to the limit, with unusual but symptomatic errors of the intensity of the game. The victory is a testament to the quality of England and their ability to manage the pressure.
The English team demonstrated their ability to recover, survive difficult moments, and respond with determination. Ford’s brilliance, Underhill’s tireless work, the organization of their centers, Maro Itoje’s leadership, and the strength of the bench were key to the triumph.Codie Taylor anotó el segundo try de Nueva Zelanda en Twickenham.This victory, although it doesn’t guarantee a world championship, is a big step towards building confidence and generating momentum. England has been waiting for a victory like this since 2019, and this triumph over the All Blacks is a rare and valuable achievement.
England’s response to the haka, similar to the “v” formation from six years ago in Yokohama, symbolizes the team’s confidence and determination. This Saturday’s victory represents a moment to remember, a triumph that will be etched in the memory of the fans.Henry Pollock aportó una energía significativa en la segunda mitad para Inglaterra.
England’s victory over the All Blacks at Twickenham marks a milestone, ending a 13-year wait. Ford, with his masterful performance, takes the headlines, but the victory is the result of the entire team’s effort. It is a clear test of the progress and evolution of English rugby.
Ford was magnificent at the opening position. Today, Ford scored a penalty in the 75th minute to extend England’s lead to nine points, before Roebuck scored a minute later to seal the 33-19 result. It was an expert management, in a match in which his two drop-goals just before halftime reduced the All Blacks’ lead from 12-5 to 12-11.George Ford anotó dos drop goals antes del descanso para reducir la diferencia a solo un punto en el descanso.England continued to build their game until the All Blacks’ defense collapsed. The English team was not intimidated by mistakes, even when they were losing 12-0. The All Blacks’ mistakes, such as missed penalties and lost balls, also played a key role.
The entry of players from the bench in the 51st minute gave England a new impetus and urgency. Despite the All Blacks’ attempt to come back, England managed to keep calm and deliver the final blows of the match, with a dominant forward pack and recovering every loose ball. The All Blacks, who were looking for a Grand Slam on their northern hemisphere tour, were outplayed by an English team that demonstrated greater intensity, physicality and precision.
This is a match that marks a before and after for English rugby, a victory that demonstrates the progress and ambition of Steve Borthwick’s team.
