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England Dominates USA 134-0 to Secure World Cup Semi-Final Spot

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England showcased their dominance at the 2026 Wheelchair Rugby League World Cup, defeating the USA with an impressive 134-0 victory at the Wollongong Entertainment Arena. Captain Mason Billington praised the team's performance, rating it a solid seven out of ten, a significant improvement from their earlier match against Wales.

In this match, Luis Domingos, making his tournament debut, shined with four tries, while both Chris Haynes and Billington also contributed four tries each. The team displayed remarkable depth, with eight different players scoring throughout the game.

Finlay O'Neill was named player of the match, accumulating 38 points through two tries and 15 conversions. He emphasized the importance of teamwork, stating, "It was a good team effort, not just myself."

Looking ahead, England is set to face either France or Australia in the semi-finals next week. In Pool A, Ireland secured their place alongside England by defeating Wales 68-28. Ireland, currently ranked third in the world, will challenge England in their final group game on Friday at 06:00 GMT.

Meanwhile, France and Australia also advanced, with France overwhelming New Zealand 120-10 and Australia overpowering Scotland 104-24. The upcoming matches will determine the final standings before the knockout stages, while Scotland, New Zealand, Wales, and the USA will compete for rankings from fifth to eighth.

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