England coach Steve McNamara believes his side will be inspired by facing New Zealand in their Rugby League World Cup semi final this weekend.
The Kiwis, who are defending champions, have won their four matches comfortably while England were unconvincing in a 34 6 quarter final victory over France.
McNamara said playing really good opposition brings the best out in you and his players are definitely up for it.
England have not reached the World Cup final since 1995.
New Zealand are the tournament's leading scorers with 186 points, scoring 34 tries in their four wins.
McNamara hopes the experience some of his players have had of playing at Wembley in the Challenge Cup final can work in his side's favour. New Zealand meet England at 2am Sunday.
Meanwhile the Vodafone Fiji Bati will play Australia in the second Rugby League World Cup semifinal this Sunday at 4:30am.
Story by: Sofaia Koroitanoa
Source: BBC sports
