Sunderland AFC Hosts Women's Rugby World Cup Fan Zone March 8

On International Women's Day, the Women's Rugby World Cup trophy will be showcased at Sunderland AFC's pre-match fan zone event at the Beacon of Light on March 8. Attendees can participate in various rugby activities, including walking rugby and tag rugby, while learning about local clubs and community initiatives. Councillor Beth Jones expressed excitement for the event, highlighting it as an opportunity to engage families and promote women's rugby ahead of the England vs. USA match on August 22. The fan zone will run from 12:30 to 2:30 PM, providing free activities for both match goers and non-match goers. Additionally, Sunderland's women's football team is gearing up for a cup match against Manchester United, with players optimistic about their performance despite missing a key player due to injury. The growing professionalism in women's sports is evident as Sunderland aims to compete at higher levels more regularly.