Northampton signs off from Women's Rugby World Cup
Italy fans were in Franklin's Gardens in Northampton for their match against Brazil
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Northampton signed off from hosting games in the Women's Rugby World Cup with a double-header on Sunday.
Italy beat Brazil 64-3 in the first game, while that was followed by France running in nine tries against South Africa in a 57-10 victory.
The stadium at Franklin's Gardens hosted six group-stage fixtures during the tournament, including England's emphatic 92–3 win over Samoa.
Northampton Saints return to Premiership action at the ground on 28 September against Exeter Chiefs.
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Image caption, Brazil were making their debut at the Women's Rugby World Cup
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