England Red Roses Draw 26-26 With Canada, Ending Unbeaten Winning Run Since 2022

England's Red Roses were held to a 26-26 draw by Canada in an international rugby union fixture, ending a winning run that had been unbroken since 2022. Canada scored through Lizzie Gibson and DaLeaka Menin in the opening quarter, while Claudia Moloney-MacDonald scored twice for England. Despite several near-misses in the closing stages, neither side could secure a winning score, with Canada's ruck turnover denying England a late opportunity. The result sets up two further WXV series Tests on Canadian soil this autumn.

With the match tied at 26-26 in the closing moments, England's forwards drove towards the try line but were held up short, allowing Canada to secure possession at the ruck amid loud cheering from the home supporters. England's forward play showed limited penetration, with Ellie Kildunne finding little space along the flank under grey, unsettled skies. Flanker Julia Omokhuale and Sophie de Goede were among those who stood out as the team drew on the qualities that had taken them to the World Cup final the previous year. Moloney-MacDonald touched down for her second try on the right wing, following a driving run from Sadia Kabeya. Canada levelled the contest at 19-19 heading into half-time, with Menin netting her second of the match to bring the scores level. Throughout much of the third quarter, Canada controlled possession in the attacking half, but a turnover near England's try line gave hooker Bryony Field the opportunity to score on her first start at international level. After carrying the ball 20 metres, De Goede offloaded to Olivia Apps as Canada maintained their attacking pressure.

England Red Roses Draw 26-26 With Canada, Ending Unbeaten Winning Run Since 2022

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