Joe Marler gets into war of words with former England star on Twitter

After Ireland and Wales lost on Saturday, England is the last home nation in the tournament, and on 21 October will face either hosts France or holders South Africa, whose quarter-final kicks off at 20:00 BST.

Either of those two sides will pose a significantly greater challenge for an England team who enjoyed their best performance of the tournament so far after a turbulent 2023.

Former England fly-half Andy Goode, who is often very opinionated during games, tweeted in the second half: "Marler asleep in defense probably thinking about trying to be unfunny…."

Marler, never afraid of engaging in a war of words, responded: "Appreciate the feedback mate x."

He later added: "And give me a shout if you need a ticket for next week mate - my shout x."

It's the second time this week that Marler has got into it with Goode on social media.

Earlier this week Goode said in his podcast that Henry Arundell had been dropped due to a scrap with England captain Joe Marler.

This story was denied by the RFU with Marler posting "This bloke" along with a clown emoji.

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Below, we look at three possible changes head coach Steve Borthwick could make for the semi-final in Paris next weekend.

Telegraph 5/10: "Lord he was in the wars. Whether having Semi Radradra bouncing him in the tackle, Josua Tuisova ragdolling him, or going for an HIA, Smith showed huge heart. Jury out whether he will stay at full back for the semi-final."

Rugby Pass 6.5/10: "Picked for just his second start in the full-back position, he worked well with some early ball but got caught on a run from inside his own half with England 8-0 up and that turnover resulted in a missed Fijian shot at the posts. Soon took a smack to the head from the yellow-carded Vinaya Habosi on a carry in the lead-up to the Marchant try. Returned to resume playing a very capable part in the win despite the need for further on-pitch running repairs."

Planet Rugby 6/10: "As Steve Borthwick predicted, Fiji didn’t test his aerial skills, but Smith didn’t really cut loose. Conceded one penalty when trying to counter, but he did mop up well at times and that extra pair of eyes helped Owen Farrell."

Replacement: Freddie Steward

Telegraph 6/10: "This is his Last Dance and he emptied the tank, making his presence known at the breakdown. Missed a couple of tackles but also pulled off a couple of ankle taps."

Rugby Pass 6/10: "Wasn’t noticed much in the opening half until his pressure resulted in the lineout that helped give England the territory and a subsequent penalty for their 21-10 interval lead. Another chase-down was also crucial to England’s opening second-half penalty unselfish work he must be commended for. Exited on 65 minutes."

Planet Rugby 6/10: "Does a job but not the pace of old to really be a threat. England need more out wide for them to challenge their opponents next weekend."

Replacement: Henry Arundell

Planet Rugby 5/10: "Didn’t make any impact in the scrum, which will concern Borthwick looking ahead to next week. When Cole is not doing that, he offers very little else."

Express 6/10: "Must have thought his England days were done after the 2019 World Cup final but four years on he is still doing his team-first thing."

Replacement: Kyle Sinckler