Overview

• England have already sealed a quarter-final place after two heavy victories in Pool A.
• Australia can guarantee progression with a bonus point, earned by scoring four tries or by losing by seven points or fewer.
• If the Wallaroos miss a bonus point, the second spot is likely to be determined by points difference, with the USA still in contention.
• The USA play winless Samoa earlier on Saturday, a result that could set the target Australia must meet against England.
• England emphasize a defence-first approach to deny Australia the scores they need, with a near full squad available and a near sell-out expected in Brighton.