England's Red Roses returned to form with a decisive 55-12 victory over the United States in New Jersey, showcasing their attacking prowess while still leaving questions about their top-tier status in women's rugby.

The match began with Claudia Moloney-MacDonald making an immediate impact, scoring two tries within the first 12 minutes. Her second try came from a well-executed mis-pass by fly-half Holly Aitchison. The United States, ranked sixth, displayed resilience, far surpassing their previous encounter with England, where they suffered a 69-7 defeat.

Despite the scoreline, the United States remained competitive throughout, highlighted by a standout defensive play from Alev Kelter, who delivered a powerful tackle on England captain Meg Jones.

Moloney-MacDonald ultimately finished with an impressive four tries as England exploited their opponents' defensive gaps, but head coach John Mitchell will have much to reflect on following two prior losses to Canada in the series.

The United States managed to conclude the match positively, with Kate Zackery scoring a try in the final moments, emphasizing their determination.

Match Summary:

• Tries for England: Moloney-MacDonald (4), Jones, Venner, Field, Feaunati, Kabeya
• Tries for United States: Rogers, Zackary
• Final Score: England 55 - 12 United States

The focus now shifts to England's preparation for their Women's Six Nations title defense in April.