England launched their Women’s Rugby World Cup 2025 campaign in emphatic fashion, thrashing the United States 69-7 before a record crowd of 42,723 in Sunderland.
The Red Roses ran in 11 tries, with Ellie Kildunne and Jess Breach each crossing twice, as their bench power and set-piece dominance overwhelmed the Eagles.
Despite an early scare when Erica Jarrell-Searcy scored for the USA, a yellow card to Alev Kelter opened the floodgates and England never looked back, leading 28-7 at halftime.
Backed by a carnival atmosphere, the performance reinforced England’s tag as tournament favourites, as they now prepare to face Samoa in Northampton, while the USA’s knockout hopes hinge on upsetting Australia.
