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Steve Borthwick upbeat about England’s future after agonising World Cup defeat

Borthwick’s unfancied side led South Africa by nine points in the final quarter of their semi-final but lost 16-15.

The Independent UK

England suffer agonising defeat after South Africa’s gutsy call delivers knockout blow

England 15-16 South Africa: Handre Pollard, sent on after Manie Libbok’s tough 30-minute display, delivered a clutch kick at the death to deny a brave performance from Steve Borthwick’s side

The Independent UK

England pack earn World Cup redemption but Springboks adapt to deliver new heartbreak

The humiliation suffered by the English forwards in the 2019 Rugby World Cup final was banished but they still couldn’t prevent a cruel semi-final defeat to South Africa in Paris

The Independent UK

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England 15-16 South Africa: Springboks break English hearts with late win in Rugby World Cup classic

England beaten despite leading for most of semi-final in Paris

Evening Standard

Why are England kicking so much at the Rugby World Cup?

England’s kick pressure strategy may be unpopular with some supporters but appears to be here to stay

The Independent UK

England v South Africa LIVE: Rugby World Cup 2023 score and result as Springboks snatch win at the death

Steve Borthwick’s England were agonisingly beaten by reigning champions South Africa to a spot in the 2023 World Cup final where the All Blacks await

The Independent UK

England vs South Africa: Steve Borthwick's brutal honesty the key to Rugby World Cup success

The man behind the desk in press conferences betrays precious little of his personality

Evening Standard

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South Africa skipper Kolisi says squad's up for 'special' game against England

South Africa captain Siya Kolisi declared he and his teammates were ready and motivated for the World Cup semi-final against England on Saturday night at the Stade de France.

Radio France Internationale

Is England v South Africa on TV? Channel, start time and how to watch Rugby World Cup

Everything you need to know ahead of the second semi-final

The Independent UK

Seven steps to heaven: how England can reach the Rugby World Cup final

Scoreboard pressure, smart bench work and getting the fundamentals right are all key to England’s chances of an upset

The Guardian - UK

Kevin Sinfield urges England to ‘rip into’ South Africa in World Cup semi-final

The England defence coach, who wants the players to avoid having ‘a load of regrets’, said: ‘I understand the challenge but don’t mind being written off’

The Guardian - UK

Mark Cueto interview: 'England would have won 2007 final had try stood... current crop can beat South Africa'

Exclusive: The former England wing reflects on his controversial disallowed try in the 2007 final and his belief that Steve Borthwick's side can upset the odds back in Paris 16 years on

Evening Standard

Listen to the crackle, feel the rage: anger drives England’s World Cup tilt

Four years ago, England had no answer to South Africa’s intensity but on Saturday no one will need to question their raison d’être

The Guardian - UK

England fans descend on Paris with South Africa favourites for semi-final

Steve Borthwick’s team have not captured the imagination in the World Cup while the Springboks have just beaten France

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The Independent UK

Why England believe against South Africa this time, even if you don’t

England are heavy underdogs as they look to write the wrongs of their World Cup final defeat to South Africa in 2019

The Independent UK

Tom Curry counting on experience against South Africa for World Cup semi-final

Curry played in England’s 2019 final defeat but has beaten the Boks with both England and the British and Irish Lions.

Evening Standard

Flying start required for Freddie Steward if England are to conquer South Africa's set-piece onslaught

Towering full-back must rise to challenge against fearsome frontline

The Independent UK

Rugby World Cup power rankings: Assessing England, South Africa and the final four

How do the last four stack up ahead of semi-final weekend in France?

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The Independent UK

The World Cup final beckons: talking points ahead of England-South Africa

The two teams met in the final four years ago, with South Africa resounding winners.

The Independent UK

The England blueprint to upset South Africa and reach Rugby World Cup final

England are underdogs but wiill be out for revenge after final defeat to the Springboks four years ago

The Guardian - UK

RFU concerned by Borthwick’s siege mentality despite England success

Senior figures at the RFU are said to be worried supporters are feeling alienated by Borthwick’s methods despite England reaching the semi-finals

The Guardian - UK

England hope Borthwick can emulate his role in Japan’s ‘Brighton Miracle’

The head coach was on the underdogs’ staff when they caused the biggest World Cup shock in beating South Africa in 2015

The Independent UK

Marcus Smith ruled out of England’s Rugby World Cup semi-final with concussion

Smith has been replaced at full-back by Freddie Steward after he took a series of blows in the last-eight victory over Fiji.

Evening Standard

England vs South Africa: Steve Borthwick talks up winner Freddie Steward ahead of World Cup semi-final

The young star returns to England's starting XV on Saturday after being omitted from the win over Fiji

The Independent UK

Steve Borthwick explains Marcus Smith’s absence from England team to face South Africa

The Harlequins playmaker started England’s quarter-final at full-back ahead of Freddie Steward

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