England’s Red Roses reclaimed their form with a resounding 55-12 victory over the USA in the WXV Global Series, effectively erasing the sting of their historic back-to-back defeats in Canada. Playing in New Jersey, John Mitchell’s side overcame a tight first half that saw them trail by just 10 points at the break. However, the second half transformed into a masterclass in English rugby, with the hosts unleashing a relentless offensive that left the USA defense reeling and unable to contain the surge.
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The centerpiece of the performance was the extraordinary display from try-scorer Moloney-MacDonald, who crossed the line four times in the 5th, 13th, 43rd, and 48th minutes. Her individual brilliance was supported by a clinical team effort, with tries from Jones, Venner, Field, Feaunati, and Kabeya ensuring the scoreline was comfortably out of reach. The attack was further sharpened by accurate kicking from Sing and Harrison, who converted five of the seven tries, while the USA managed only two tries through Rogers and Zackary, with Vogel adding a single conversion.
This dominant win marks a crucial turning point for the Red Roses, who had just suffered their first consecutive Test losses in ten years, ending a 41-match unbeaten run in Toronto. By securing this comprehensive victory, England has restored confidence ahead of the remainder of the WXV Global Series, proving that their recent struggles were an anomaly rather than a decline in quality. The 43-point margin serves as a definitive statement of intent, signaling that the Red Roses are back in business and ready to defend their status as global heavyweights.
Source: Sky Sports
