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England Romp Past Samoa to Clinch World Cup Quarters as USA–Australia Draw Keeps Pool A Alive

England’s record 14-try performance showcased squad depth after 13 changes, reflecting the growing gap between professional and amateur teams.

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An Australian rugby player raises her arms in the air after scoring a try during a World Cup match.
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Overview

  • Jess Breach scored a hat-trick and Helena Rowland tallied 27 points with 11 conversions, an England World Cup match record, as 12 different players crossed the line.
  • The result sealed England’s place in the quarter-finals and stretched their run to 59 wins in their last 60 tests, reinforcing their status as tournament favourites.
  • Canada shut out Wales 42-0 and Scotland beat Fiji 29-15 to book Pool B quarter-final spots, with Scotland reaching the last eight for the first time since 1998.
  • The United States and Australia finished 31-31 in York, leaving both alive for the knockouts, with Australia able to progress by securing at least a bonus point against England and holding a large points-difference advantage.
  • Samoa, fielding a largely amateur squad with players who self-funded or took unpaid leave, are effectively out after notching their first tournament points via Harmony Vatau’s penalty.