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England's 41-match unbeaten run ends with loss to Canada

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Last updated Oct 17, 2026

England's 41-match unbeaten run ends with loss to Canada
Summary

In Toronto, England's rugby team lost to Canada 24-21, ending their 41-match unbeaten streak. Despite taking a 14-5 lead at halftime, England fell behind as Canada scored a late try from Shoshanah Seumanutafa to secure the victory. This marks Canada's first win over England since 2016 and the first match where England has lost on Canadian soil after winning their previous 11 away encounters. The two teams are set to play again in Ottawa on October 23, with England later facing the USA in New Jersey on October 30.

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  • •Canada wins 24-21 against England in Toronto
  • •England led 14-5 at halftime
  • •Shoshanah Seumanutafa scored the winning try
  • •Next match between the teams is on October 23
  • •England faces the USA on October 30
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  • 5:46 AMYahoo Sports — England's 41-match unbeaten run ended by Canada
  • 5:46 AMBBC Sport — England's 41-match unbeaten run ended by Canada
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England's 41-match unbeaten streak ends in dramatic fashion as Shoshanah Seumanutafa's late try hands Canada a thrilling 24-21 victory in Toronto.

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England's 41-match unbeaten streak ends in dramatic fashion as Shoshanah Seumanutafa's late try hands Canada a thrilling 24-21 victory in Toronto.

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