England Secures its Place in the Women’s Rugby World Cup Final
England qualifies for its seventh consecutive final in the Women’s Rugby World Cup, after an exciting match against France, with a final score of 35-17.
The match, which was experienced with great intensity, met the expectations of the fans. The atmosphere at Ashton Gate stadium was electrifying, and the match promised a great spectacle. This victory sets the stage for the expected final against Canada.
France proved to be a formidable rival from the start, defying the expectations of an easy match for the “Red Roses”.
Ellie Kildunne shone with a spectacular play, advancing down the left wing without the French being able to stop her.Amy Cokayne celebrates her tryDespite Morgane Bourgeois’ attempts to stop her, Kildunne managed to score under the posts.
France responded with determination, complicating the English team’s game. In the 23rd minute, Nassira Konde scored a try after a precise play, demonstrating France’s ability to compete at the highest level.
England, although they tried to respond, suffered ball losses that prevented them from advancing. A try by France was disallowed for a forward pass, which increased the tension.
Key players like Meg Jones and Kildunne stood out for their performance. The pressure on the scoreboard kept the “Red Roses” with only a two-point lead at halftime.
The second half started strongly for England, with Amy Cokayne scoring a try after a lineout.
The match became physical, with moments of tension. France did not give up, and Joanna Grisez scored a try, bringing her team closer on the scoreboard.
England showed their quality, and Kildunne shone again with another impressive score, securing the lead.
Although France responded with another try from Konde, time was running out.
Jones sealed the victory with a try in the final minutes, celebrating England’s pass to the final, although not without moments of nervousness.
