One week to go - your essential World Cup briefing
Summary
The Women's Rugby World Cup, hosted by England, begins on August 22, 2025. England's team, known as the Red Roses, is highly ranked and preparing to start the tournament against the United States. Ireland, another competing team, has greatly improved its performance since the last World Cup.Key Facts
- The 2025 Women's Rugby World Cup will take place in England from August 22 to September 27.
- England opens the tournament against the United States on August 22.
- England has lost only one of their last 58 matches, with the loss being against New Zealand in the 2022 final.
- Head coach John Mitchell focuses on mental preparation for the England team.
- Ireland, now ranked fifth in the world, did not qualify for the 2022 World Cup.
- Ireland aims to have star player Aoife Wafer return from injury during the tournament.
- Scotland's team faces potential changes as their coach Bryan Easson plans to leave after the World Cup.
- Ireland defeated Scotland 27-21 in a warm-up match before the tournament.
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