England captain Harry Kane admitted there is still room for improvement but stressed that results are all that matter at this stage of the World Cup.
Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus said that the memories of a former defeat at Ellis Park helped power his side to a seven-try to three, 45-21 victory over England in an inaugural Nations Championship match at the same venue on Saturday.
Springbok assistant coach Mzwandile Stick and captain Siya Kolisi said they are expecting to face a charged-up England outfit when the sides meet in their opening Nations Championship encounter at Ellis Park on Saturday, and suggested it would be a proper grind of a game.
England striker Harry Kane has praised his side's resilience and insisting knockout football is all about finding a way to win.
England head coach Thomas Tuchel says his side must embrace the pressure of expectation as they prepare for their World Cup Round of 32 clash against DR Congo.
Springbok loose forward Elrigh Louw has been called up to the national squad for the Nations Championship as additional forward cover and will join his teammates in Johannesburg.
Springbok backs Cheslin Kolbe and Damian Willemse will mark the opening Test of the season against England in the inaugural Nations Championship competition by celebrating their 50th Test caps eight years after making their international debuts in an experienced team named by Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus.
England head coach Thomas Tuchel has urged supporters to remain patient and keep faith in the team despite criticism of their goalless draw against Ghana.
England star Jude Bellingham admitted to feeling frustrated after they were held to a goalless draw by Ghana in their second World Cup group match.
England manager Thomas Tuchel has spoken openly about the pressure and emotions surrounding his squad as they prepare to take on Ghana in their next World Cup match.