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Red Roses to return to Sunderland for Women's Six Nations

The Red Roses are scheduled to host Scotland at the Stadium of Light on April 17, marking their opening fixture of the 2027 Women's Six Nations. This upcoming contest breaks tradition by taking the squad away from dedicated rugby venues for a home game outside of a World Cup setting, following a previous tournament match at the same ground that drew a crowd of 42,723 against the United States in August 2025.

Following that fixture, the team's tournament itinerary features an encounter with Italy on April 24 at Franklin's Gardens in Northampton, before concluding their home schedule against France at Allianz Stadium in Twickenham on May 15. Elllie Kildunne expressed fond memories of the previous atmosphere at the Sunderland venue, recalling the overwhelming noise and enthusiastic supporters who remained long after the final whistle.

Preparations for the upcoming campaign will commence following an overseas leg of the WXV Global Series next month, which consists of a pair of Tests against Canada alongside a single Test facing the United States. As they pursue a ninth consecutive championship title, the squad awaits finalized locations for their remaining away fixtures against Ireland and Wales.

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