“When looking at how the losing sides ‘outplayed’ the winners, one thing stood out in the stats about England,” says analyst Ross Hamilton. “Actually England are really well set up…
South Africa
England v South Africa referee given semi-final despite French criticism
New Zealander Ben O'Keeffe will take charge of proceedings in Paris on Saturday night
Antoine Dupont criticises referee after loss to Boks
In the wake of France’s 29-28 loss to South Africa in the Rugby World Cup quarter-finals, les Bleus captain Antoine Dupont criticised referee Ben O’Keeffe, saying “I’m not sure the…
Springboks knock out France on march to Rugby World Cup semi-finals
There was just a point in it as South Africa defeat France, 29-28
South Africa player ratings v France: Springboks knock hosts out
Here's how we rated the Springbok performances in Paris on Sunday night
Cheslin Kolbe charges down conversion for France
The South African winger came up with a crucial play in what proved to be a one-point game
Watch France v South Africa live stream: how to watch the Rugby World Cup quarter-final
Rugby World Cup quarter-finals do not come much bigger than this. The host nation and the defending champions meet in a colossal head-to-head. Strap yourselves in and make sure you’ve…
France v South Africa predictions: Can hosts dethrone Springboks?
Les Bleus face the Springboks in a huge match-up in Paris on Sunday night
Dusautoir: South Africa are worst possible opponents for France
Former France captain Thierry Dusautoir fears the damage a physical Springboks could cause the hosts
How to watch Rugby World Cup quarter-finals: live stream every match
All four of this weekend’s World Cup quarter-finals – each one a north v south match-up – are set to be truly epic encounters. They’re also impossible to call, so…