De Goede scores hat-trick as Canada takes down England 31-22
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Last updated Oct 24, 2026

Sophie De Goede scored a hat-trick to lead Canada to a 31-22 victory over England on October 23 in Ottawa. Canada, having previously ended England's four-year unbeaten streak, took control after being down early. De Goede's performance not only secured the win but also highlighted Canada's strong resurgence in women's rugby. England's Maddie Feaunati opened the scoring, but Canada responded with a series of tries, extending their lead late in the match. Emma Sing added a late try for England, but it was not enough to change the outcome.
- •Canada scores a total of 31 points against England's 22.
- •De Goede contributed 21 points to the team with her hat-trick.
- •The match took place at TD Place Stadium in Ottawa.
- •Canada previously defeated England in Toronto last week.
- •Emma Sing scored a late consolation try for England.
- 1:10 AMYahoo Sports — De Goede hat-trick as Canada defeat England again
"Sophie De Goede scored a hat-trick as Canada notched back-to-back wins against England with a 31-22 defeat of the reigning women's rugby world champions on Friday.De Goede stroked over the conversion from the touchline to put Canada 31-17 ahead, before England grabbed a late consolation try from Emma Sing. rcw/js
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