Canada ends England’s 41-match unbeaten run with 24-21 win

Summary

Canada beat England 24-21 in a WXV match in Toronto, ending the Red Roses’ 41-match unbeaten run. The Guardian reports it was England’s first defeat since the 2022 Women’s Rugby World Cup final. The BBC says Shoshanah Seumanutafa’s late try secured Canada’s victory.

Timeline

1. The Guardian

   17 Oct 2026, 01:36 UTCSource ↗

   The Guardian reports that Canada beat England 24-21, ending England’s 41-game unbeaten run and handing them their first defeat since the 2022 Women’s Rugby World Cup final.

2. BBC

   17 Oct 2026, 06:41 UTCSource ↗

   The BBC reports that Shoshanah Seumanutafa’s late try gave Canada a 24-21 victory over England in Toronto and ended England’s 41-match unbeaten run.