England crush France by 82 points to keep Rugby League World Cup hopes alive
England defeated France 82‑0 in a Rugby League World Cup group match in Perth, keeping their slim semi‑final hopes alive. Herbie Farnworth and Dom Young each scored three tries, driving the overwhelming margin. The victory marked England’s second win in the pool, while France were held scoreless, underscoring England’s attacking potency. The result improves their points tally and places them ahead of contenders.