"The Samoans, nicknamed the Manusina after the white tern found across the archipelago, are an eclectic bunch. Among the ranks there is a primary school teacher, a nurse, a police officer and a roofer. They've had to fundraise simply to take part in the World Cup. In truth, they stand little chance of an upset. But they'll compete with pride. And if they can get their number eight Nina Foaese on the ball they'll cause the English defence some problems."
"The Red Roses will have to navigate the rest of the group stage without their skipper, Zoe Aldcroft. The talismanic lock sustained a knee injury in the opening night win over the USA and joins Emily Scarratt (shoulder) and Holly Aitchison (ankle) on the injury list. Marlie Packer makes her first appearance of the tournament this afternoon and is one of 13 changes to the team that opened the account last Friday"
Canada defeated Wales convincingly in their match. The Samoans, nicknamed the Manusina after the white tern, include a primary school teacher, a nurse, a police officer and a roofer. The squad had to fundraise simply to take part in the World Cup. The Manusina are unlikely to cause an upset but will compete with pride and aim to enjoy playing in front of a packed stadium against professional opponents. Their number eight Nina Foaese poses a threat to the English defence. The Red Roses continue the group stage without Zoe Aldcroft, with Emily Scarratt and Holly Aitchison also sidelined; Marlie Packer returns and there are 13 changes to the starting team.
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