England women's rugby set to face Canada at Sandy Park a year after World Cup final

One year after the historic 2025 Rugby World Cup final, women’s rugby continues to thrive in both England and Canada, with the Red Roses targeting a historic 40‑match winning streak. The squad entered this week’s training camp under the banner “Train like you have never won, play like you don’t know how to lose,” a mantra that reflects the confidence built from their recent dominance. Their next test comes at Sandy Park on Saturday, marking the first encounter with Canada since the championship showdown, and arrives just a week before the anniversary of the Twickenham spectacle that drew a record 81,885 spectators.

The upcoming fixture offers both teams a chance to gauge progress and reinforce the momentum that has propelled the women’s game forward in both nations. While England looks to extend its unbeaten run, Canada seeks to challenge the Red Roses and close the gap that has widened since their 2025 defeat. The match will serve as a barometer for the sport’s growth, highlighting the expanding fan base and the heightened profile of women’s rugby on the international stage.