INTERNATIONAL RUGBY & SEVENS — SUNDAY 19 APRIL 2026 Global rugby. No filter.
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MATCH 1: France put the 'W' in Wales: A brutal second half. In a display of clinical ruthlessness, Les Bleues delivered a second-half power show, defeating Wales 38-7 in Cardiff. Wales had earned their passage to the second half, leading 7-7 through a penalty try awarded after Gwenllian Pyrs spearheaded an impressive maul. However, the visitors simply had too much muscle and class to be denied a comfortable win. France hit back swiftly, with Pauline Bourdon Sansus, Manae Feleu, and Murie scoring three consecutive tries. The damage was cemented by the five second-half tries, including scores from Fall Raclot, Feleu, Murie, Bourdon Sansus, and Grando. Despite Wales’ committed defensive effort—including try-saving tackles from Singleton and Jenna De Vera—the overwhelming power proved too much to handle. MOTM: Pauline Bourdon Sansus TALKING POINT: The ability of France to dismantle Wales in the second half, taking control after surviving a spell down to just 13 players. STATS: 38-7; 5 second-half tries (Fall Raclot, Feleu, Murie, Bourdon Sansus, Grando); Wales maintained 7-7 at half-time.
MATCH 2: Parsons' Dream come true as Ireland dismantle Italy. The homecoming dream came true for Beibhinn Parsons, who delivered an electric performance leading Ireland to an emphatic 57-20 victory over Italy in Galway. Parsons, who was named Player of the Match, struck a hat-trick and scored twice to cement a massive nine-try tally for the squad. The crowd at the newly redeveloped Dexcom Stadium was reportedly fantastic, making the occasion "a dream come true." Parsons noted that these types of tries felt "so special" after practicing the moves on the international stage. While the win was historic, it also highlighted that despite a seven-try first half, Ireland failed to build momentum in the second half, allowing the visitors to nick a crucial try bonus point. MOTM: Beibhinn Parsons TALKING POINT: Playing in front of such an amazing crowd, making the performance incredibly special for Parsons. STATS: 57-20; Nine tries scored; Beibhinn Parsons (Player of the Match).
MATCH 3: Red Roses utterly obliterate Scotland in historic statement win. England made a statement win, powering through Scotland for an utterly dominant 84-7 victory at Murrayfield. The Red Roses secured the win with a massive 12-try haul. Coach John Mitchell stated that while the spell was a major test of depth, the team had to adapt and respond to the challenge. The victory kept England firmly on course for another Six Nations title, with pundits suggesting other teams should be "very worried" by the performance. Maud Muir featured, playing her 50th cap during the historic run. MOTM: Not reported TALKING POINT: The sheer magnitude of the 12-try win, establishing England’s continued dominance in the tournament. STATS: 84-7; 12 tries.
───────────────────────────────────── 📋 ALL OTHER RESULTS ───────────────────────────────────── Black Ferns beat Canada 36-14 in the Pacific Four Series. Blitzboks beat Argentina 35-7 in the Hong Kong Sevens final.
───────────────────────────────────── 🌍 WORLD RANKINGS IMPACT ───────────────────────────────────── Check world.rugby for latest rankings
───────────────────────────────────── 🚨 INJURY FLASH ───────────────────────────────────── None reported
───────────────────────────────────── 🗣️ QUOTE OF THE WEEKEND ───────────────────────────────────── "It is a dream come true to be able to play in Galway in front of such an amazing crowd." Beibhinn Parsons
───────────────────────────────────── 👀 NEXT WEEKEND ───────────────────────────────────── England will face France next week (in Clermont).
───────────────────────────────────── 📸 PHOTO SUGGESTIONS ───────────────────────────────────── Women's Six Nations stadium crowd, Ireland rugby celebration, England rugby team post-match