England reach World Cup final with victory over France

Ellie Kildunne produced two stunning finishes as England survived a scare to set up a World Cup final against Canada by overcoming France 35-17 at Ashton Gate.

World player of the year Kildunne celebrated her return to the side after missing the quarter-finals through concussion by running in the opening try before conjuring the 70th-minute score that confirmed the Red Roses’ place in the main event at Allianz Stadium next Saturday.

A 7-5 interval lead for England failed to tell the story of a first half dominated by France, who should have finished two more opportunities and will feel aggrieved that Kildunne’s initial touchdown was not examined for a possible knock-on by Mo Hunt.

INTO THE #RWC2025 FINAL!