Stransky: ‘Weak’ England can’t beat Boks
Joel Stransky has written off England’s chances of beating South Africa on Saturday and denying the reigning World Cup champs a chance to win an unprecedented fourth title.
Joel Stransky has written off England’s chances of beating South Africa on Saturday and denying the reigning World Cup champs a chance to win an unprecedented fourth title.
After almost 20 years as a coaching double-act, the end is rapidly approaching for the Springbok World Cup management team of Rassie Erasmus and Jacques Nienaber.
Handre Pollard says the Springboks are well aware that England will be using the humiliation of the 2019 World Cup final defeat as motivation for Saturday’s semi-final rematch.
Handre Pollard spoke effusively of fellow flyhalf Manie Libbok, highlighting the dynamism that the Stormers playmaker has brought to the Springboks.
Defence coach Kevin Sinfield said England are aware of South Africa’s potential tactical surprises before this weekend’s World Cup semi-final in Paris.
Rassie Erasmus provided a strong hint that Bok flyer Canan Moodie would start against England, admitting there is a “temptation” to recall the youngster for the World Cup semi-final.
Rassie Erasmus on Tuesday night attempted to predict the team that England will deploy in the World Cup semi-final against the Springboks.
South Africa’s eyes are set on a duel against England, says Rassie Erasmus, and that to think ahead to a World Cup final against New Zealand was disrespectful.
Assistant coach Kevin Sinfield said England were “in awe” of South Africa’s World Cup quarter-final performance before the teams meet in the last four this weekend.
Keo and Zels celebrate South Africa’s statement win against World Cup hosts France.