top online bookmakers<\/a> on the back of a 27-match winning streak. Their forward dominance should control proceedings, but the value lies with the USA keeping it respectable. With Ilona Maher and Kate Zackary leading, the Americans can cover.<\/p>\nAustralia v Samoa<\/p>\n
Saturday, August 23 \u2013 9pm AEST \u2013 Salford Community Stadium, Salford<\/p>\n
The Wallaroos come in with plenty of momentum after strong hit-outs in their warm-up matches. Samoa are capable of fast starts, but their lack of discipline in defence leaves them vulnerable across 80 minutes. With Caitlyn Halse adding spark to an already well-balanced side, Australia should comfortably put a margin on their Pacific rivals.<\/p>\n
Scotland v Wales<\/p>\n
Saturday, August 23 \u2013 11:45pm AEST \u2013 Salford Community Stadium, Salford<\/p>\n
This clash of Celtic rivals has been tight in recent years, but Scotland\u2019s pack gives them a real advantage. They edged Wales in the Six Nations earlier this year and will look to repeat that formula with a forward-led game plan. It may be a scrap, but the Scots should be able to pull away late and cover a small line.<\/p>\n
Canada v Fiji<\/p>\n
Sunday, August 24 \u2013 2:30am AEST \u2013 York Community Stadium, York<\/p>\n
Canada are the world\u2019s number two side and showed their class with heavy wins in the lead-up. Fiji, however, are always dangerous with ball in hand and can strike from anywhere on the park. If they can maintain some defensive composure, their flair should allow them to cover a very large handicap.<\/p>\n
France v Italy<\/p>\n
Sunday, August 24 \u2013 5:15am AEST \u2013 Sandy Park, Exeter<\/p>\n
France are genuine tournament contenders and will be desperate to bounce back after a sloppy warm-up defeat to England. Italy have improved in patches but rarely sustain intensity against the top sides. With home support and a point to prove, Les Bleues should cover the line with something to spare.<\/p>\n
Ireland v Japan<\/p>\n
Sunday, August 24 \u2013 9pm AEST \u2013 Franklin\u2019s Gardens, Northampton<\/p>\n
Ireland have been trending upwards, highlighted by their famous win over the Black Ferns last season. Japan are developing nicely but still lack the size and physicality to match it with top-tier nations. Expect Ireland\u2019s power game to wear them down and produce a comfortable cover.<\/p>\n
South Africa v Brazil<\/p>\n
Sunday, August 24 \u2013 11:45pm AEST \u2013 Franklin\u2019s Gardens, Northampton<\/p>\n
Brazil make their Rugby World Cup debut and it doesn\u2019t get tougher than facing the Springboks first up. South Africa boast power in the forwards and plenty of speed in the backline to punish mistakes. With the gulf in class so wide, the Boks should clear the line in dominant fashion.<\/p>\n
New Zealand v Spain<\/p>\n
Monday, August 25 \u2013 2:30am AEST \u2013 York Community Stadium, York<\/p>\n
he Black Ferns start their title defence against Spain, who are improving but remain a step below. New Zealand\u2019s mix of brute strength and attacking flair should see them dominate from the opening whistle. With their depth across the park, they are well placed to cover a massive handicap.<\/p>\n
Women\u2019s Rugby World Cup Round 1 multi tips<\/p>\n
USA +53.5
\nAustralia -35.5
\nScotland -5.5
\nFiji +51.5
\nFrance -20.5
\nIreland -21.5
\nSouth Africa -46.5
\nNew Zealand -64.5<\/p>\n
Round 1 Women\u2019s RWC multi bet<\/p>\n
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