| England (34) 72 |
| Tries: Beevers, Stanley (2), Winfield-Hill (3), Field, Hardcastle (3), Goldthorp, Jones, Burke, Wood Penalties: Stanley (7) |
| Brazil (0) 4 |
| Tries: Momberg |
England kicked off their Rugby League World Cup campaign with a thumping win over Brazil.
The hosts got off to a good start against the World Cup debutants, who were competing in their first match.
In front of a record crowd, England recorded their second biggest international win with a record-breaking victory.
The woman of steel, Tara-Jane Stanley, who didn't start in her preferred full-back position, scored two of England's 14 tries.
A huge cheer was reserved for the Amazonas as they marked their World Cup bow with a try from Natalia Momberg, despite the buzz of a six-piece samba band in full swing in the South Stand.
The hosts were dominant throughout and their ability to punch holes in Brazil's defensive line was obvious as they raced into a 34-0 halftime lead.
The wet weather contributed to some handling errors. The pre- match fireworks gave a perfect appetiser for what was to follow.
There's more to come.
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