Red Roses score five tries to secure 35-17 victory over France and set up final against Canada

Since defeat in the 2022 final the hosts have won 31 games in a row but semi-final foes France have pushed them closest

France have come closer than any other team during England's record run of victories. Beating the tournament hosts in the World Cup semi-final would be the ultimate heist.

Ellie Kildunne scores twice as England see off a stubborn France to reach their seventh successive Women's Rugby World Cup final.

Ellie Kildunne produced two stunning finishes as England survived a scare to set up a World Cup final against Canada by beating France 35-17 at Ashton Gate

Red Roses score five tries to secure 35-17 victory over France and set up final against Canada

England, into their seventh final in a row – but beaten in five of the last six by New Zealand – will now face Canada in next Saturday's final.

With the Red Roses a game away from glory, Telegraph Sport writers give their views on who John Mitchell should select for Twickenham finale