Preview of the Home Nations games this weekend
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Preview of the Home Nations games this weekend
Samoa vs Scotland, Saturday (14:30)
Scotland go into this game knowing that a win will secure them a quarter final spot. Scotland were defeated last Saturday by a rejuvenated Springbok side who were by far the better team but are favourites this weekend.
Scotland welcome back John Hardie after injury, with the Highlanders flanker impressing so far in a Scotland shirt, also Finn Russell is back in Vern Cotter's side after injury.
These sides last met in 2013 and Samoa saw off a Scotland comback to win 27-17.
BOD's prediction: Scotland
Undoubtedly Wales' biggest game in years. Pool A has been a tricky group and now it's time to decide the winner, Australia come into it in great form and slightly favourites but Wales have shown already they can spark up a surprise.
Wales have had to make a few changes due to injury, with George North moving into centre from the Wing. While Australia have made a forced change with Sean McMahon coming in for the suspended Michael Hooper.
History dictates a Australia win as Wales have lost 10 on the bounce against the Wallabies.
BOD's prediction: Australia.
England vs Uruguay, Saturday (20:00)
Unfortunately for the hosts, this game is dead rubber in Pool A. The unthinkable for Stuart Lancaster has happened and he must motivate his side to finish their World Cup in style over minnows Uruguay.
England have named an exciting team and give World Cup debuts to Jack Nowell, Henry Slade and Danny Care. They also welcome back George Ford into the team.
These two teams have only ever met once, with England running out 111-13 winners over Uruguay.
BOD's prediction: England
France vs Ireland, Sunday (16:45)
A huge game in prospect on Sunday. The winners of Pool D will be decided with whoever wins this one and with both teams unbeaten, it promises to be a fantastic clash.
Joe Schmidt has made 3 changes to his side, with Cian Healy, Devin Toner and Rob Kearney back into the starting XV. Iain Henderson and Jack McGrath drop to the bench, with Simon Zebo missing out on the matchday 23.
Ireland have won the last 2 meetings, but France have won the last 2 World Cup meetings between the pair.
BOD's prediction: Ireland
