Canada ousts New Zealand as world champions following impressive semi-final victory
Canada Advances to World Cup Final After Thrilling Semi-Final Victory
Canada has secured a spot in the World Cup final for the second time, following a hard-fought victory over New Zealand in the semifinals. The Canadian rugby union team demonstrated a dominant first-half performance, leading 24-7 at halftime and 31-19 with just 15 minutes remaining in the match.
The Canadians scored five tries in the opening half, with Justine Pelletier, Asia Hogan-Rochester, Florence Symonds, Sophie de Goede, and Canada captain Alex Tessier all finding the try line. Symonds scored an early try in the 24th minute, with Pelletier converting, while de Goede added another try just five minutes before half-time. Alysha Corrigan provided the assist for Pelletier's opening try.
New Zealand, however, mounted a comeback in the second half, with Liana Mikaele-Tu'u and Braxton Sorensen-McGee scoring tries for the Kiwis. The momentum shifted in New Zealand's favour, but Canada held on to secure a thrilling victory. Tessier scored another try for Canada in the 43rd minute, and de Goede added a penalty six minutes before the end of the match.
New Zealand captain Kennedy Tukuafu lamented her side's errors, stating that they were unable to hold onto the ball to gain momentum. Despite the loss, Tukuafu praised Canada's resilience, stating that they were a formidable opponent.
Canada will face the winner of the second semi-final between England and France in the final next week at Twickenham. The Canadians will be looking to avenge their loss to England in the 2014 World Cup final and claim their first ever World Cup title.
De Goede, speaking after the match, stated that the team is not satisfied with simply making the final and has "one more job left to do". The Canadians will undoubtedly enter the final with confidence, having won three consecutive matches against New Zealand, with a draw and a win in the last two encounters.
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