Kate Middleton Stuns Fans in New Photo

Fans can't stop raving about the royal's appearance in a photo she shared in support of the sports event, which saw England walk away victorious after going head-to-head with Canada.

On September 27, 2025, the Women's Rugby World Cup Final between England's Red Roses and Canada's Maple Leafs took place in Twickenham, south-west London. Among the people rooting for Team England was Kate Middleton, who posted a striking snap of her donning a clothing accessory that garnered rave reviews online.

England Triumphs on the Field, and Online

Draped in white and red, the Red Roses were nothing short of radiant as they celebrated their hard-fought victory against the Maple Leafs on the field. The players, beaming with joy, erupted in golden streamers and champagne showers the moment their triumph was confirmed.

Flanker Zoe Aldcroft stood tall at the heart of the celebration, as she held the gleaming trophy with pride, while her teammates roared in unison behind her — a powerful image of unity and determination.

During another moment, Abbie Ward, England's lock, kissed the cup with emotion etched across her face, her joy too powerful to hide.

The team members' jerseys, grass-stained and sweat-soaked, told a story of relentless grit, while the sparkle in their eyes revealed the sheer magnitude of what they had just accomplished.

Princess Catherine's Stylish Hat Steals the Spotlight

Amid the on-field activity, all attention drifted to the Princess of Wales, who made a statement of her own while supporting the Red Roses. Ahead of the game, Princess Catherine took to social media to mark the moment — sharing a snapshot via the official X account she maintains with Prince William.

The image captures her beaming beside some Red Roses players in a locker room. Matching the team's cowboy-themed flair, the princess dons a red embroidered cowboy hat of her own, which features a sparkling tiara.

The internet exploded. Royal fans and rugby lovers alike flooded comment sections with giddy admiration, unable to look past the whimsical, headline-stealing hat.

An admirer remarked, "Ha, Cowgirl Kate love [sic] her 😝 yeehaw 😝🤠🤎," while another chimed in with, "Loooove cowgirl Catherine!🤠🤠 good [sic] luck girls 🙌❤️🤞." Echoing the sentiment, one supporter declared, "That hat is the best! Perfect for our Princess!!"

The tiara-cowboy fusion continued to be well received, drawing chuckles and delight from many others. "Love that tiara on the hat! Hilarious!! 😂," exclaimed one commenter. "Tiara on the cowgirl hat😂," highlighted someone else, summing up the playful spirit of Princess Catherine's fashion choice.

The Prince and Princess of Wales Celebrate the Red Roses with a Heartfelt Message

Posting shortly after England's resounding victory over Canada, both Kate Middleton and Prince William acknowledged the team's remarkable journey and extended their admiration to both teams for their performance in what was widely regarded as a fiercely competitive and inspiring tournament.

Their message features an official graphic from the Red Roses celebrating their championship win — a triumphant collage of powerful portraits and jubilant expressions that capture the emotional weight of the moment.

England Crushes Canada with Firepower, and Heart

The tribute came in the wake of a match that will undoubtedly go down in rugby history. England's Red Roses dominated the pitch at Twickenham's Allianz Stadium, where a record-breaking crowd of 81,885 fans roared from the stands.

Their commanding 33–13 win over Canada not only secured them their third World Cup title but also ended an 11-year championship drought, putting to rest the sting of past final losses in 2017 and 2022.

From the opening whistle, England proved why they entered the tournament as the world's top-ranked team. The Red Roses stormed ahead in the first half with a 13-point lead, powered by standout performances across the board. Alex Matthews delivered two crucial tries, while Ellie Kildunne, Amy Cokayne, and Ward each added one of their own.

Though Canada — ranked second globally — mounted a fierce comeback after halftime, Matthews' second try, followed by a successful conversion, gave England a solid 20-point cushion that proved insurmountable.

Despite the loss, Canada's performance was lauded as valiant and determined. The team, which had to crowdfund nearly $1 million to attend the tournament, demonstrated unwavering grit in only their second-ever Rugby World Cup Final. The overall match won admiration from both fans and leaders alike.

Like the Prince and Princess of Wales, British Prime Minister Keir Starmer celebrated England's win as "inspiring a generation," while London Mayor Sadiq Khan, who watched the game alongside Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney, called the victory "another proud moment for women's rugby."

'It's a Pinch Me Moment': Tears and Triumph at Twickenham

Among the many emotional highlights of the evening was Sadia Kabeya's raw post-match reaction. Named Player of the Match, the 23-year-old flanker expressed, "It's a pinch me moment. It's been years and years in the making, [sic] I am so happy we could pull it off."

Meanwhile, Ward, overcome with emotion, shared, "Honestly as soon as the whistle went I just burst into tears. It's truly been such a special day. A sold-out crowd at Twickenham. It was electric, in front of friends, family, it's amazing [sic]."

"This is a new team, this is a new chapter of women's rugby," she continued — and if the electrifying scenes at Twickenham were any indication, it's a chapter only just beginning.