Crouch. Set. Re-engage. A sporting summer in which England’s women have already taken centre stage begins a powerful second act on Friday night as the Red Roses kick off the Women’s Rugby World Cup in Sunderland. The Lionesses have already shattered many perceptions in winning the Women’s Euros twice. Now the Red Roses hope to forcibly ram home the message.
More than 40,000 fans will be at the Stadium of Light to see England begin their campaign against the United States, with millions more expected to watch it live on BBC One. The result is expected to be a rout. In fact, anyone betting £100 on the Red Roses to win will get just 10p in winnings if they are successful.
