The start of the Rugby World Championship for England was successful

• England defeated the USA 69-7 at the start of the World Cup in rugby.
• The match drew 42,723 spectators, setting a record.
• The players acknowledged the need for improved execution of plays.

The English women's rugby team began their journey in the World Championship, achieving an impressive victory over the USA with a score of 69-7. The game, which took place on September 22, 2025, at the "Stadium of Light" in Sunderland, attracted 42,723 spectators, setting a record for attendance at the opening of the women's World Championship.

Players, including Ellie Kildun, who was recognized as the best on the field, demonstrated a high level of play. She started with two tries and also assisted her teammates, including Jess Birch, who also made a significant contribution to the match result.

The captain of the Zoey Oldcroft team noted that some moments, particularly at the beginning of the match, were related to fluctuations. However, Kildun emphasized this, highlighting the importance of team work and supporting one another on the field.

After the match, the English players acknowledged that they needed to improve their game, particularly in the execution of plays. "We must be more clinical in finishing attacks," stated Ami Kokaien, who also started in the match.

England's next match will be against Samoa, where coach John Mitchell hopes to see improvements in play and the execution of all possibilities.

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