Canada triumphs over New Zealand in a mental battle, winning the match instead.
Canada Stuns New Zealand in World Cup Semi-Final
In a shocking turn of events at Ashton Gate, Canada's women's rugby team defeated the double defending champions, New Zealand, in the World Cup semi-final with a score of 34-19. This historic victory marks Canada's first win against New Zealand in 17 matches and a significant milestone in the team's journey.
Captain Alex Tessier led the charge for Canada, scoring a try early in the second half. Tessier, along with his teammates, expressed confidence in their processes and preparation throughout the match. Rouet, the coach of Canada's rugby team, stated that his team arrived at the game without stress and ready to play against the Black Ferns.
Canada played aggressively in the first half, scoring four tries through Justine Pelletier, Asia Hogan-Rochester, Florence Symonds, and Sophie de Goede. New Zealand captain Kennedy Tukuafu emphasized the importance of being tournament prepared, but it seemed their preparations fell short against Canada's dominant performance.
Canada maintained their lead throughout the second half, with Tessier adding another try to their tally. Tukuafu, despite the loss, expressed a need to capitalize on the tournament, while Tessier focused on the task at hand for the future matches.
Allan Bunting, the head coach of the New Zealand women's national rugby union team, led the Black Ferns during the 2025 Women’s Rugby World Cup. Despite their loss, Bunting and his coaching team, which includes Tony Christie, Steve Jackson, Dan Cron, and Riki Flutey, will undoubtedly be looking to regroup and prepare for the upcoming matches.
Canada's victory sets them up for a challenging final against either England or France. Regardless of the opponent, Canada's confidence is high, and they will carry the momentum from this historic win into their next match.
This victory not only marks a significant milestone for Canada's rugby team but also highlights the need for every team to make a positive impact on the future of rugby, as emphasized by New Zealand captain Kennedy Tukuafu. The World Cup final promises to be an exciting spectacle, and Canada will be aiming to make history once again.
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