England 35-17 France: Red Roses reach World Cup final

England 35-17 France: Red Roses reach World Cup final

England secured their place in the Women’s Rugby World Cup final with a hard-fought victory over France. Ellie Kildunne made a remarkable return to the team, scoring two crucial tries to help her side to a 35-17 win. Kildunne’s impressive performance was vital in overcoming a determined French side, ensuring England’s seventh consecutive appearance in the final.

Despite trailing 7-5 at half-time, France put up a strong fight, taking advantage of England’s errors to stay in contention. However, England’s resilience and determination shone through in the second half, with Amy Cokayne and Abbie Ward adding to the scoreline. Kildunne’s second try sealed the victory, with Meg Jones also crossing the line to secure the win for England.

The atmosphere at Ashton Gate was electrifying, with over 25,000 fans cheering on the players. Kildunne’s outstanding performance earned her the player of the match award, further igniting the crowd’s excitement. England will now face Canada in the final, who caused an upset by defeating defending champions New Zealand in the semi-finals.

France, despite missing key players due to injury and suspension, put up a spirited challenge against England. With support from their men’s coach in the stands, the French team showed great resilience and determination throughout the match. However, England’s collective effort and strategic plays ultimately secured their path to the final, where they will aim to claim the Women’s Rugby World Cup title once again

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