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England are one win away from becoming the first side to successfully defend the Webb Ellis Trophy.

"I don't think the guys need much motivation," said Vickery. "There are huge amounts of expectation outside the team and from within the side - we are looking forward to it."

He added: "South Africa are a quality side - they've proven that.

"The challenge is for us to up our performance on the biggest stage in world rugby, which is not an easy feat to achieve."

Up to 50,000 fans are expected to throng Paris for the final - and the magnitude of their support has not been lost on England head coach Brian Ashton.

Ashton said: "It half hit home on Thursday when I was watching the television.

"I saw the number of people making the journey over - and there are a number of people who are travelling, knowing they won't get anywhere near the stadium.

"It is is just completely staggering - it is a massive boost to all of us."