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Rugby World Cup 2019: Spencer to join England squad ahead of final

Ben Spencer is on his way to Japan as World Cup finalists England await a scan on Willi Heinz's hamstring.

New Zealand prepared properly but were not good enough to beat England at the Rugby World Cup, says "gutted" scrum-half Aaron Smith.

England lock Maro Itoje is looking forward to the Rugby World Cup final, where Eddie Jones' men will not be short of belief.

Captain Siya Kolisi says South Africa have embraced the pressure of playing "knockout rugby" since losing to New Zealand.

England dominated New Zealand in an outstanding display, but Eddie Jones has demanded an improvement in the final next weekend.

When New Zealand's attitude was questioned, Steve Hansen replied: "If you want to spend some time outside I'll give you a rugby education."

The build-up to England's semi-final with New Zealand demanded a big performance. Eddie Jones' men exceeded all expectations in Yokohama.

Eddie Jones highlighted the discipline of England's defence after they defeated defending champions New Zealand 19-7 in the semi-finals.

England dethroned New Zealand with a magnificent performance in Yokohama to set up a final against South Africa or Wales.

Kieran Read said it was difficult to put into words what went wrong as New Zealand's bid to make history in Japan was ended... Read more

Coach Warren Gatland says Six Nations champions Wales will thrive on being written off before South Africa clash at the Rugby World Cup.

South Africa's Rugby World Cup semi-final tie with Wales will likely come down to which side has the best kicking game, says Handre Pollard.

All Blacks assistant coach Ian Foster says the defending champions must hold the edge over England in scrums and lineouts.

Brodie Retallick referred to Courtney Lawes as Michael Laws when England toured New Zealand in 2014.

Leigh Halfpenny offers Wales a "different element" that means Liam Williams' absence leaves them no weaker, according to Warren Gatland.

Liam Williams' Rugby World Cup is over, but Wales have Jonathan Davies back to face South Africa in Sunday's semi-final.