England break records with 92-3 win over Samoa

31 Aug 2025 • 3:24 AM MYT
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  • England overwhelmingly defeated Samoa 92-3 in a Rugby World Cup group stage match at Franklin's Gardens.
  • The victory marked England's 29th consecutive win and set new national records for their highest points scored and biggest margin of victory in a World Cup game.
  • Jess Breach plundered a hat-trick, taking her Test tries to 52, while Megan Jones also scored two tries.
  • Player of the match Helena Rowland achieved a national record by scoring 27 individual points in the game.
  • Despite making 13 changes to their starting XV, England dominated the match against a Samoan side described as facing a 'mission impossible'.

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