New Zealand knock England out to set up World Cup final against Australia
England’s hopes of booking their spot in a home World Cup final were dashed following a 20-6 defeat to New Zealand in front of a 7,000-strong crowd at York.
The biggest problem for England is out of their control
It was another case of “what if” for England at the Rugby League World Cup, as they bowed out in the semi-finals at the Emirates Stadium.
George Williams: Semi-final defeat will live with me until next World Cup
George Williams says England’s heartbreaking World Cup semi-final defeat will live with him until the next tournament in 2025.
Mike Cooper: I’ve no doubt England will win a World Cup in the future
Mike Cooper was “completely devastated” following England’s World Cup knockout but the prop has predicted a bright future for Shaun Wane’s side.
Reflecting on the key moments of England’s World Cup semi-final heartbreak
England’s World Cup dreams came to an end at the semi-final stage for the third successive home tournament.
Emotional Shaun Wane magnanimous in defeat as England bow out of World Cup
England coach Shaun Wane was visibly upset in his post-match press conference after his side bowed out of the World Cup in the semi-finals.
England 26-27 Samoa: Samoa reach World Cup final with dramatic extra time win
Samoa became the first Pacific nation ever to reach a Rugby League World Cup final with a dramatic golden point extra time win over England at the Emirates.
England are favourites but there’s never been a Samoa team like this
Samoa are “flying with confidence” ahead of their World Cup semi-final with England, bolstered by a squad of superstars at the pinnacle of their careers.
No divided loyalties for Lee Radford as Samoa assistant looks to cause home upset
Samoa defence coach Lee Radford says he has no divided loyalties as the former England international looks to help knock out the hosts from the World Cup.
Harrison Hansen backs his beloved Samoa to cause World Cup upset
Former Samoa captain Harrison Hansen says he would not be surprised to see the nation cause a World Cup upset over the host nation England.
RLWC2021 – England v Samoa: Team news, how to watch on TV & predictions
Everything you need to know – England v Samoa.
Luke Thompson returns to Shaun Wane’s England squad for semi-finals
Luke Thompson has returned to Shaun Wane’s England squad having missed the quarter-final victory over Papua New Guinea in the World Cup.
Robbie Farah makes World Cup predictions following Lebanon’s exit
Lebanon assistant coach and former Australia international has backed the Kangaroos to go all the way at this year’s World Cup.
England coach Craig Richards praises fighting spirit during Papua New Guinea victory
England coach Craig Richards praised his side’s fighting spirit after they surged back from an early shock to sink Papua New Guinea 42-4.
England thrash Ireland ahead of Wheelchair World Cup semi-finals
England warmed up for Sunday’s semi-final in the Wheelchair Rugby League World Cup with a 121-0 thrashing of Ireland.
“We can definitely keep getting better” – Tom Burgess demands more from England ahead of semi-final clash
England star Tom Burgess has urged for more from his England team-mates ahead of their semi-final clash with Samoa in the World Cup.
RL Today: Pryce future, Cuthbertson leaves Fev & special Burrow moment
Huddersfield coach Ian Watson has provided an update on the future of rising star Will Pryce, whilst Adam Cuthbertson has left his role at Featherstone.
Junior Paulo free to play against England after successful appeal
Samoa captain Junior Paulo has been cleared to play in Saturday’s semi-final against England after being successful in his challenge against his ban.
Brett Hodgson lands rugby union coaching role with England
Former Hull boss Brett Hodgson has been appointed as defence coach for the England rugby union team, working closely with head coach Eddie Jones.
Samoa could be without captain Junior Paulo for England semi-final
Samoa could be without their captain Junior Paulo for Saturday’s World Cup semi-final against England after he was given a one-match ban.
2021 Rugby League World Cup semi-finals line-up confirmed
The 2021 Rugby League World Cup semi-finals are now locked in.
England new second-favourites to win Rugby League World Cup
Following their impressive 46-6 victory over Papua New Guinea in the quarter-finals, England are now second-favourites to win the Rugby League World Cup.
The elite modern day winger: Tommy Makinson makes try-scoring history
England captain Sam Tomkins hailed Tommy Makinson after the England winger became only the third player to score five or more tries in a World Cup match.