Scotland qualify for Women's Rugby World Cup after defeating Colombia

Eight players shared nine tries as Scotland swept into this year’s tournament in New Zealand.

Scotland qualify for Women’s Rugby World Cup after beating Colombia in New Zealand — Win: Megan Gaffney scored two tries during the match against Colombia. SNS Group

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25th Feb 2022

Scotland have qualified for the Women’s Rugby World Cup following a 59-3 victory over Colombia.

Eight players shared nine tries as Scotland swept into this year’s tournament in New Zealand with a comprehensive win in Dubai in the final qualification match.

Megan Gaffney got two while Evie Wills notched her first try for her country.

Sarah Law, Rhona Lloyd, Molly Wright, Jade Konkel, Lana Skeldon and Lisa Thomson also crossed.

Bryan Easson’s side will face Wales, Australia and New Zealand in the group stages of the tournament, which starts on October 8.

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