"USA Faces Australia in 2025 Women's Rugby World Cup Live"

TRY! USA 0-7 Australia (Miller, 8')
A precise passing movement allows Australia to break through. After relentless carries over multiple phases, Wood exploits a penalty advantage to shift the ball wide. Moleka delivers a sharp pass to Miller, who sprints into the corner. The conversion is successful, giving the Wallaroos an early advantage.

8': Australia's maul stalls, so Wood sends it wide. After nine phases of short, grinding carries, they earn a penalty just meters from the line.

5': Despite their earlier struggles in the scrum, the USA holds firm against Australia’s push. Maher makes a strong carry, but a misplaced kick results in an Australian penalty, allowing them to set up a lineout near the US 10-meter line.

3': The USA maintains possession as the crowd rallies behind them. However, a wayward kick falls to Miller, who drives forward. The Wallaroos press into the 22 but lose the ball from a maul, keeping the contest fierce. A scrum is awarded to the US.

2': The match begins with America kicking off. Naden takes the first carry, but Emba’s clearing kick goes awry. Australia’s lineout doesn’t find its target, handing possession back.

Kickoff: The anthems conclude—Australia first, then the USA—though the timing appeared slightly off. Both teams stand ready.

Pre-Match Updates
A windy scene at York’s Community Stadium sets the stage for this crucial clash. A win would secure Australia’s quarterfinal place, while the USA must triumph to keep their hopes alive.

In earlier World Cup action, England dominated Samoa 92-3.

USA Team Update
The Eagles face elimination if they lose today. In a bold move, nine changes have been made from the lineup that fell to England, including the omission of veteran Alev Kelter. Wingers Cheta Emba and Erica Coulibaly must contain Australia’s speed, while Emily Henrich, who impressed last week, remains pivotal.