England vs Samoa: Rugby World Cup - LIVE!

Today marks the end of England's pool stage in the Rugby World Cup, which will take place in Lille. The team led by Steve Borthwick has been reinvigorated and hopes to achieve a perfect record of four wins after taking a two-week break. Their goal is to enter the quarter-finals with confidence and momentum, having already secured their place as Pool D winners by rebounding impressively from a poor warm-up schedule.

Although England has secured their spot in the quarter-finals in Marseille on October 15, possibly against Fiji, they cannot get complacent as they face a tough physical challenge today. Samoa, who has made nine personnel changes, still has a chance to make it to the quarter-finals themselves as runners-up. However, they will require a victory by at least 29 points today and hope that the game between Argentina and Japan in Nantes tomorrow ends in a draw, with neither team getting a try bonus point.

Today marks Manu Tuilagi's first match against his home country, Samoa. Additionally, longtime friends and opponents George Ford and Owen Farrell are reunited as the 10-12 duo. For live coverage of the England vs Samoa match, follow the updates below, featuring in-depth analysis from Nick Purewal of Standard Sport, reporting from the Stade Pierre-Mauroy.

In just under an hour, Curry was seen with blood coming from a cut underneath the tape on his head. He will need to leave the game momentarily to receive medical attention and treat the wound.

Billy Vunipola has come onto the field at this moment.

After 43 minutes into the game, Curry displayed great skill in handling the ball at the breakdown, resulting in England being awarded a penalty in the beginning of the second half.

Their offensive strategy beyond the 22 is established, but it lacks dynamism and speed.

Farrell attempted to locate Tuilagi and while doing so, his pass was hindered by Fomai; consequently, the ball was taken by Samoa who immediately started a fast-paced sprint.

Ford made an impressive tackle on Paia'aua, which saved the attempt and was made as a final effort. Sopoaga had set up Paia'aua for the shot.

Once more, England is living a fortunate life. Samoa appears to be struggling to score their third try, what should they do?

Ford did an impressive job of recovering.

We have resumed our activities in Lille.

Can we expect England to react in any way?

Borthwick made no alterations during the halftime break...

Nick Purewal, a journalist for Standard Sport, was present at the Stade Pierre-Mauroy.

England had a great start for the first 15 minutes, but it went downhill for the following 25 minutes. The combination of Ford and Farrell is still a strong force, and Tuilagi has shown tremendous strength and style.

However, England's secondary defense is inadequate and when they don't have possession of the ball, the players haven't been able to control a smooth Samoa team making multiple offensive surges.

At halftime, England is losing by six, although the score should be greater due to two Samoa tries being cancelled.

Although they began strongly, they have been performing poorly lately, while Samoa has been exceptional.

The second half is expected to be very interesting.

It's great news that England has already qualified for the quarter-finals as the winners of Pool D.

After Curry won a penalty, England had a rare opportunity to reduce their score just before half-time.

The Samoa team seem worried, but they don't have to be because Farrell's unsatisfactory mishandling of the ball as time ran out stopped their attack and ended the first half.

In just 38 minutes, what on earth has occurred to England?

Despite a promising beginning, they are currently facing utter dominance as their 22 is constantly under attack in the first half.

The defense appears completely untidy and worn-out, and the team was saved from another point by Itoje's significant turnover.

Samoa appeared amazing, exhibiting their finest display during this match.

However, the last 20 minutes or so were not accurately reflected by the six-point lead.

Nick Purewal from Standard Sport is currently present at the Stade Pierre-Mauroy.

England were incredibly lucky to have a third try for Samoa disallowed. This was because both Ben Earl and Maro Itoje were unable to successfully catch Mitchell's box-kick, which then resulted in Duncan Paia'aua sneaking through to score.

Tumua Manu's knock-on was highly beneficial for England as the try was first granted but later voided after a TV examination.

After 35 minutes of play, there was no successful attempt at scoring a try.

Ah Wong from the opposing team in England was unstoppable as he made his way through from the short side to score another try on the right corner of the field.

However, Mitchell was able to make contact with the ball before he touched it down, which results in him being out of bounds before completing the play.

During the first half, England is putting themselves in a precarious situation.

After 33 minutes of play, there was no successful try made by either team.

The decision made by the authorities progressed due to a touch by a player with a blue hand, possibly the outside center known as Manu.

The points have been erased.