England has consolidated its commitment to the professionalization of women's rugby by winning the World Cup after an impeccable performance in the final against Canada. The Red Roses, who have been pioneers in signing professional contracts for almost a decade, displayed their supremacy at the London cathedral of Twickenham, securing the title with a commanding 33-13. In an event that broke attendance records, drawing 82,000 spectators, England capped off an immaculate tournament, securing its second world title by defeating Canada, the same team they defeated in 2014. This triumph also represents a revenge, achieving the objective after losing the final to New Zealand in the last championship.
The match had tense moments when Canada showed its determination, but the professionalism and preparation of the Englishwomen prevailed. Canada, which had to rely on crowdfunding to finance its participation, achieved a promising start with an early trial by Asia Hogan-Rochester. However, the Red Roses, led by figures such as Ellie Kildunne and Amy Cockayne, demonstrated their dominance with a series of decisive tries. England's robust strategy, based on its physical and technical strength, left Canada with no options, despite Canada's fighting spirit. With this victory, England dispels any doubt about its position as the world's leader in women's rugby, closing a decade of dominance with a forceful assertion of its global status.
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