Amy Cokayne scores crucial try as England book World Cup final place with win over France

The RAF's Amy Cokayne scored an important try as England beat France in the Rugby World Cup semi-final at Ashton Gate, Bristol.

Cokayne's try was scored in the 46th minute after an impressive 20-yard maul and Zoe Harrison's gave England an important 11-point lead.

The Red Roses saw out the 35-17 win despite French pressure and will now play in a home World Cup final against Canada on Saturday.

• Braveheart call-up: Army rugby league pair included in Scotland squad for Wales clash
• Northampton Saints experience the military as RAF Leeming hosts team for training camp
• Royal Navy women score twice to shock Royal Air Force at Wakefield Trinity

For Cokayne, like many of the experienced England players, it's a chance to banish some rugby ghosts after defeats in both the 2021 and 2017 finals to New Zealand.

The Air Force star has been a key figure for England over her international career and has continued that at this World Cup with brilliant form, scoring three tries in the four matches she has played.

She'll hope to continue that against Canada at the Allianz Stadium on Saturday and guide England to a long-awaited World Cup triumph.