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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Sport
Harry Latham-Coyle

England’s biggest strength to be tested in crunch Rugby World Cup semi-final

England World Cup Rugby
  • England's Red Roses are preparing for a challenging Women's Rugby World Cup semi-final against rivals France in Bristol.
  • The team intends to leverage their renowned set-piece strength, a tactic expected to be crucial given the forecast wet conditions.
  • France, despite some suspensions, is recognised as one of the few teams capable of matching England's forward power.
  • While England has a 16-game winning streak against Les Bleues, previous encounters have often been close, including a 43-42 victory earlier this year.
  • Prop Hannah Botterman is returning from injury to bolster England's front row.

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England braced for scrum battle against France as intensity ratchets up in World Cup semi-final

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