England's Netball Team Dominates Malawi with 73-38 Victory at Commonwealth Games
England showcased resilience and skill by bouncing back from a tough loss to world number one Australia, securing a commanding 73-38 victory over Malawi at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow. The match began with England establishing an early lead, finishing the first quarter at 18-9. They maintained their advantage throughout the game, significantly outscoring Malawi in the final quarter by 18 points to 5. Eleanor Cardwell, the goal shooter, emerged as a standout player, making a significant impact after her introduction in the second half by scoring all 21 shots attempted. Currently, England sits third in Pool A, trailing behind reigning champions Australia and South Africa. Their upcoming matches include a face-off against Tonga on Wednesday at 16:00 BST and a crucial game against South Africa on Thursday at 21:00 BST, which will be pivotal for their chances of reaching the semi-finals. The Roses, aiming to reclaim the gold they won in 2018, have faced challenges leading up to the tournament, including the resignation of head coach Jess Thirlby in March and injuries to key players Helen Housby and Natalie Metcalf. As a result, 10 of the 12-player squad have made their Commonwealth debuts in Glasgow. In other Pool A news, Northern Ireland has struggled, losing both of their matches thus far and will face Tonga in their next game.
Source: BBC Sport - 2026-07-27