HALF TIME England 23-12 SAMOA

Samoa finish the half with a penalty - so much for not having a kicker out there. There are signs of a rugby match breaking out here, but only signs. These are two wounded animals still in the process of regaining confidence. By Samoa's standards, the rugby has been cagey, but in periods they have contained England. Had some kept their heads in the tight, it may well be a different story. But credit to England - two tries on the scoreboard, and taking points as they present themselves. Wilkinson has made a difference, but not the difference. That would have to be the pack.