New Zealand defeated Canada 29-14 in a compelling Women’s Rugby World Cup match held Saturday at Eden Park in auckland, New Zealand. The victory secures New Zealand’s position at the top of Pool B and solidifies their status as tournament favorites, while Canada faces a challenging path forward.
This clash between two rugby powerhouses carried notable weight, determining potential quarter-final matchups and showcasing the growing competitiveness of women’s international rugby. the Black ferns, spurred on by a vocal home crowd, demonstrated dominance in key phases of play, capitalizing on Canadian errors and executing a potent attacking strategy. For Canada, the loss underscores the need for adjustments as they aim to advance from the pool stage.
The scoring began with New Zealand’s Kendra Cocksedge converting an early penalty, followed swiftly by a try from Ruahei Demant, also converted by Cocksedge. canada responded with a try from Emily Tuttosi, converted by Sophie de Goede, narrowing the gap. However, new Zealand extended their lead before halftime with another try, establishing a 17-7 advantage.
The second half saw further tries from New Zealand, including one from Portia Woodman, showcasing their attacking prowess. Canada managed a second try through Chloe Gurr, but New zealand’s relentless pressure and clinical finishing proved decisive.
Key players for New Zealand included Demant and Woodman, who consistently threatened the Canadian defense. For canada, de Goede’s leadership and Tuttosi’s try provided luminous spots in a challenging contest.
New Zealand will next face Wales, while Canada will need a strong performance against the USA to secure a place in the quarter-finals. The Women’s Rugby World Cup continues through November 12th,with matches broadcast live on various platforms depending on region.
New Zealand Lineup (as reflected in available data):
* Beukeboom
* Royer
* Senft
* Apps
* Seumanutafa
