RWC 2025: Four takeaways from England v USA

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22/08/2025 22:42

Ahead of kick off in Sunderland, pop sensation Anne-Marie performed in front of huge LED signs that fired flames into the air and spelt out the name of one of her biggest hits: 'FRIENDS'. There was little room for bonhomie on the Stadium of Light turf, however.

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