In a stunning upset, Canada defeated England 24-21, ending the Red Roses' remarkable unbeaten streak of four years and 41 matches. This thrilling encounter took place in Toronto, where the Canadian team sought revenge for their previous World Cup loss to England.

• Olivia Apps, Canada’s scrum-half, and Sophie de Goede shone brightly, with DaLeaka Menin earning the title of player of the match.
• The match attracted a record crowd of 18,621, marking a historic moment for women’s rugby in North America.

The game began intensely, with England's Claudia Moloney-MacDonald having an early try disallowed for lack of clean grounding. Canada seized the momentum, scoring first through Savannah Bauder while England’s Zoe Harrison received a yellow card for repeated penalties.

Despite England’s efforts, they struggled to convert opportunities into points. Their first try came only after 30 minutes, with Maddie Feaunati crossing the line, leaving them trailing 14-5 at halftime.

In the second half, Alysha Corrigan extended Canada’s lead with a spectacular solo try, but Sarah Bern quickly responded for England. As the match progressed, Canada’s relentless pressure culminated in a crucial try by Menin, bringing the score to within two points.

With just two minutes left, Shoshanah Seumanutafa scored the decisive try, securing victory for Canada. The jubilant team celebrated on the pitch, showcasing their emotional triumph.

Looking ahead, John Mitchell, England’s head coach, faces the challenge of regrouping his squad for a rematch against Canada in just a week. Fans can expect another exhilarating clash between these two formidable sides.