England Face Australia at Twickenham Amidst Emotional Tribute to Lewis Moody
Twickenham, England - November 1, 2025 – England and australia are set to clash at the Allianz Stadium, wiht kickoff imminent following a moving pre-match ceremony honoring former England captain Lewis Moody. The Wallabies aim to build on recent successes against the hosts as Moody, recently diagnosed with Motor Neurone Disease (MND), delivered the match ball to a standing ovation.
The reception for Moody underscores the rugby community’s consistent support for those battling MND, a disease tragically familiar within the sport. As Twickenham rose to salute the former flanker,it highlighted a pattern of rallying around individuals and families affected by the condition. Adding a personal note, one of Moody’s sons accompanied him, while his other son, Dylan Moody, a talented goalkeeper, is currently in Qatar preparing for the FIFA U17 World Cup with Southampton.
The atmosphere at Twickenham is electric as both teams take to the pitch, greeted by a resounding roar from the crowd and a burst of fireworks. “God Save The King” echoed throughout the stadium, signaling the start of what promises to be a fiercely contested match.
