England coach Andy Robinson insists his side can win the World Cup in 2007, despite their 21-19 defeat by Australia at Twickenham on Saturday. Robinson was hopeful as he reflected on the autumn internationals and told BBC Five Live's Sportsweek programme: "We have a great group of players.
"English rugby can move forward over the next two years.
"I think we have the players to defend the World Cup and win the World Cup - I firmly believe that."
England's defeat to Australia followed an impressive 32-16 win over South Africa and a 70-0 demolition of Canada - Robinson's first game in charge.
And, despite the late slips by England at Twickenham that cost him his 100% winning record, Robinson said he was happy with the overall performances in the three games.
"I take massive pride in the way the team has performed," he said.
"I thought the leadership of the side and some of the ambition that we showed was fabulous.
"In the end I feel frustrated for the players because they have put a real magnificent effort in over the last three weeks.
"To fall as we have done in the dying minutes because of a couple of key mistakes is pretty frustrating.
"What's key for me is that I'm proud of the side and we've all got to learn the lessons to take forward in our next international match against Wales."
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The players have put a real magnificent effort in over the last three weeks 
