Join the Miguel Delaney: Inside Football newsletter and get behind-the-scenes access and unrivalled insight Join the Miguel Delaney: Inside Football newsletter Join the Miguel Delaney: Inside Football newsletter Email * SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our Privacy noticeAn exultant Zoe Aldcroft hailed England’s Women’s Rugby World Cup win as a “dream come true” after captaining the Red Roses to glory. Aldcroft had been appointed captain at the start of 2025 and was outstanding in her side’s 33-13 victory over Canada, setting the tone with a physical defensive performance to follow Karen Almond and Katy Daley-Mclean as the third woman to captain England to World Cup victory. Her last World Cup final had ended early due to concussion, making this a moment of real fulfilment for the blindside flanker. A dream come true."