Shaun Edwards joins England Women coaching team under John Mitchell on short-term deal until end of WXV Global Series

Shaun Edwards has joined the England Women coaching team as a consultant until the end of the WXV Global Series, the Rugby Football Union has announced.

Edwards was sacked as France's defence coach earlier this year and has now linked up with the Red Roses until their final match of the current campaign, against the USA in New Jersey on October 30.

The 59-year-old rugby league great has begun work with the world champions ahead of Saturday's clash with New Zealand at Allianz Stadium.

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England head coach John Mitchell said: "Since his time with France ended, we have had a conversation about our game, and he expressed an interest in working in an international women's setup for the first time.

"He has a huge amount of respect for the Red Roses and what we stand for. He sees it as a privilege to join our environment.

England's 39-Test winning streak came to an end with a draw against Canada on Saturday

Image: England's 39-Test winning streak came to an end with a draw against Canada on Saturday

"His coaching credentials are exceptional and his experience at the highest level of the game speaks for itself.

"Defensively, Sarah Hunter is relishing the opportunity to learn from him, alongside the rest of our coaching group, as we head into another exciting Test match against New Zealand.

"Shaun will add to the programme and provide incredible value to the girls over the remainder of the WXV Global Series."

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Head coach John Mitchell talks about how Red Roses' World Cup triumph impacted players in search for what next?

The Red Roses' 39-Test winning streak came to an end on Saturday as they drew 26-26 with Canada in Exeter.

After taking on New Zealand in London on Saturday, England finish their WXV Global Series campaign in October away from home with two fixtures against Canada and one versus the USA.

WXV Global Series: England's schedule and results

  • England 48-15 Australia
  • England 26-26 Canada
  • September 26 - England v New Zealand (Twickenham)
  • October 16 - Canada v England (Toronto)
  • October 23 - Canada v England (Ottawa)
  • October 30 - USA v England (New Jersey)