Canada stuns England with back-to-back series wins in rugby
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 24, 2026, 9:22 AM
Last updated Oct 24, 2026
In a surprising turn, England's Red Roses suffered a 2-0 series defeat to Canada, ending their 39-match winning streak and 41-match unbeaten run. The losses mark the first consecutive defeats for England since 2016. Captain Meg Jones emphasized a need for growth and learning from these matches, noting issues in execution and defense. The recent matches have highlighted England's struggle with discipline and clinical performance. Canada, preparing for the 2029 World Cup, is making strides as they evolve as contenders in women's rugby.
- •England records back-to-back losses for the first time since 2016.
- •Red Roses end a 39-match winning streak in women's rugby.
- •Meg Jones calls for growth and learning after the defeats.
- •Canada establishes themselves as strong contenders ahead of the 2029 World Cup.
- •Discipline issues led to key turnovers for England during the matches.
- 9:22 AMYahoo Sports — No panic for England but Mitchell issues PWR warning
- 9:22 AMBBC Sport — No panic for England but Mitchell issues PWR warning
"A 2-0 series defeat for the Red Roses, their record 39-match winning streak and 41-match unbeaten run ended, and consecutive losses for the first time since 2016 - England are not invincible.
"A 2-0 series defeat for the Red Roses, their record 39-match winning streak and 41-match unbeaten run ended, and consecutive losses for the first time since 2016 - England are not invincible.
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External links- Yahoo SportsOct 24, 2026, 9:22 AMNo panic for England but Mitchell issues PWR warning
A 2-0 series defeat for the Red Roses, their record 39-match winning streak and 41-match unbeaten run ended, and consecutive losses for the first time since 2016 - England are not invincible.
- BBC SportOct 24, 2026, 9:22 AMNo panic for England but Mitchell issues PWR warning
A 2-0 series defeat for the Red Roses, their record 39-match winning streak and 41-match unbeaten run ended, and consecutive losses for the first time since 2016 - England are not invincible.
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