Barrie McDermott says New Zealand were the most impressive team of the weekend while England need to get tougher mentally.
Liam Finn produced a masterclass as Ireland kicked off their quest for World Cup glory with a 36-12 victory over Italy.
Liam Finn says Ireland are happy to fly under the radar despite making a winning start to their World Cup campaign
Wales and Republic of Ireland prepare for a winner-takes-all clash in Cardiff to secure a play-off spot in World Cup qualifying.
Iceland are on the brink of reaching their first World Cup after recording a 3-0 victory over Group I rivals Turkey in Istanbul.
Wigan centre Oliver Gildart is set to make his international debut for Italy after being named in their World Cup squad.
Former Australia international Anthony Minichiello has been appointed as Italy's assistant coach for the 2017 World Cup.
Italy claimed the 14th and final spot for the 2017 Rugby League World Cup after their play-off win over Russia.
Wales clinched a place in the 2017 World Cup after coming from 14-10 down at half-time to beat Italy 20-14 in Monza.
Wales will be heading to Monza to face Italy in their World Cup qualifying match this autumn.
Wales will take on old rivals Italy as part of their quest for a place in the 2017 Rugby League World Cup.
World Cup quarter-finalists Scotland are up to 11th in the latest world rugby league rankings announced on Friday.
Italy rugby league have named former Australia international Trent Barrett as successor to head coach Carlo Napolitano.
Tonga eliminated Italy from the World Cup with a 16-0 win, a result that sends Scotland through to the quarter-finals.
Italy will send Scotland tumbling out of the World Cup if they beat Tonga on Sunday.
Ben Hellewell's second try gave Scotland a 30-30 draw against Italy after another World Cup thriller at Derwent Park.
Scotland coach Steve McCormack is not surprised by Italy's impressive form over recent weeks.
Both Scotland and Italy head into their Rugby League World Cup Group C clash in good form after opening wins.
Italy made an excellent start to their World Cup campaign as they beat co-hosts Wales 32-16 at the Millennium Stadium.
Iestyn Harris offered no excuses after Wales were outgunned 32-16 by Italy in their opening World Cup game.
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