Canada may be unexpected finalists but on the evidence of their semi-final will be the sternest test for the Red Roses

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 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

Canada may be unexpected finalists but on the evidence of their semi-final will be the sternest test for the Red Roses

Red Roses have to ignore calls to make final entertaining as they face unprecedented pressure to triumph against Canada

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