Canada Hold England to 26-26 Draw at Sandy Park

England’s impressive winning streak was halted when the national side drew 26‑26 with Canada at Sandy Park. The match, played in front of a packed home crowd, saw both teams trade goals in a high‑scoring affair that kept spectators on the edge of their seats until the final whistle.

England entered the game on a run of consecutive victories, having won their last ten fixtures across friendlies and competitive matches. The draw came after a late equaliser from Canada, which forced the match into a stalemate at 26‑26. Key moments included England’s early lead, a series of counter‑attacks that saw Canada level the score, and a tense finish that saw neither side secure a win.

With the draw, England’s unbeaten run comes to an end, marking a rare setback for the team in the lead‑up to the upcoming tournament. The result will prompt a reassessment of tactics ahead of England’s next fixtures, while Canada can take confidence from the hard‑fought draw against a traditionally stronger opponent.