All Blacks assistant coach Wayne Smith is demanding better from the team's attack in Sunday's World Cup final against France.
Smith made it clear there would be no resting on their laurels in the New Zealand camp after their demolition job of Australia in the semifinals.
He suspects France will be doing something similar after their try-less win over Wales in the other semifinal and that will put pressure on the All Blacks' defenses, especially with the French habit of producing the unorthodox.
Speaking to Fijivillage Sports from Auckland, One News sports Presenter, Peter Williams said that he is confident the All Blacks stand a good chance against France.
The All Blacks-France meet on Sunday at 9pm in the RWC final and you can catch the live commentary on our sister station Viti FM with Malakai Veisamasama and Ilivasi Tabua.
Meanwhile at 7.30pm Friday, the Wallabies play Wales for the bronze medal playoff.
Story by: Selina Navuso
Smith demands for better attack against France
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