AUCKLAND, New Zealand — England downed a determined Canada 26\u002D19 on Saturday to extend its winning streak to 30 matches and move into the final of the Rugby…
The high-tempo game was a showcase for women’s rugby on a sunny but windy afternoon at Eden Park. Third-ranked Canada gave No. 1 England all it could handle in a hard-hitting physical affair.Sign up to receive daily headline news from Ottawa Citizen, a division of Postmedia Network Inc.By clicking on the sign up button you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc. You may unsubscribe any time by clicking on the unsubscribe link at the bottom of our emails.
The Red Roses have not lost since a 28-13 defeat at the hands of New Zealand in July 2019. And they have now won nine straight over Canada. “There was no difference in talent out there today,” she added. “Just imagine what we can do with more games and more resources. I’m really proud to be Canadian and I think there’s a bright future ahead for us.”
Canada’s driving maul won back-to-back penalties and, after a Canadian lineout five metres out from the England try-line, Corrigan went over in the 35th minute for a converted try that tied the score as 12-12.
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