Canada’s women’s rugby team has secured a spot in the Olympic quarterfinals, but is facing a tough task in moving on.
Canada defeated China 26-17 in its final group match on Tuesday. That victory secured the women second place in Group A with a record of 2-1, which was key to avoiding a rematch with the powerhouse New Zealand squad, whom they lost to 33-7 on Sunday.
So while China gets a Kiwi matchup (by virtue of being a best third-place team), Canada will instead face host France. That game will go at 4 p.m ET / 1 p.m. PT Monday, with the semifinals and medal matches on Tuesday.
The French ran roughshod over their group of Japan, Brazil, and the U.S., allowing just 14 points while piling up 106. Their +92 point differential was second only to New Zealand. France was ranked third in the world sevens rankings this year, with Canada fifth.
The other quarterfinals will see Great Britain take on the U.S. and Australia face Ireland.
Canada did not advance past the group stage at the delayed 2020 Tokyo Olympics.
Canada’s women’s rugby team is gearing up to face off against host country France in the quarterfinals of the Rugby World Cup Sevens tournament. The match is set to take place on Sunday, July 1st at the Stade Jean-Bouin in Paris.
The Canadian team has been performing exceptionally well in the tournament so far, with impressive wins against teams like Ireland and Fiji. Led by captain Ghislaine Landry, who is known for her exceptional speed and agility on the field, the Canadian squad is determined to make a strong showing against France.
France, on the other hand, will have the home crowd advantage on their side. The French team has also been performing well in the tournament, with wins against teams like Spain and Australia. Led by captain Fanny Horta, France will be a formidable opponent for Canada.
The quarterfinal match between Canada and France is sure to be a thrilling and intense battle. Both teams are evenly matched in terms of skill and experience, so it will come down to which team can execute their game plan more effectively on the day.
Fans of women’s rugby are eagerly anticipating this match, as it promises to be a showcase of some of the best talent in the sport. The winner of this quarterfinal match will advance to the semi-finals of the tournament, where they will have a chance to compete for a spot in the final.
Regardless of the outcome, both Canada and France have already proven themselves to be strong contenders in the Rugby World Cup Sevens tournament. Fans can expect an exciting and competitive match between these two powerhouse teams.