England booked their spot in the semi-finals of the Rugby World Cup on Sunday when they secured a 30-24 win over Fiji, though their toughest test awaits in the shape of South Africa. Steve Borthwick’s side have benefited significantly from the draw that has seen them face favourable opponents so far, but now England must build on the momentum if they are to topple the competition favourites.
Host nation France were knocked out of the competition in cruel fashion by South Africa over the weekend, with a single point proving decisive in an action-packed match. However, their 29-28 defeat has proved a tough pill to swallow for Fabien Galthie’s men.
France felt that the officials denied them the chance of winning the competition on home soil, and they have not shied away from making their feelings known since their defeat – with Les Bleus captain Antoine Dupont leading the complainants.
England will be hoping that the officials are not a factor when they take on South Africa on Sunday, with Borthwick still awaiting a key injury update ahead of his side’s match at the Stade de France. Express Sport keeps you up to date with all the latest news ahead of this weekend’s semi-finals…
