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Fiji led twice in the first half but Varndell's pace and Gollings' guile gave Mike Friday's side victory in front of a capacity crowd of 30,000.

Fiji fought back from 28-19 down to trail by only two points in the closing stages, but their opponents held on.

Varndell also touched down in the 7-5 semi-final win over Samoa.

Fiji took an early lead with a try from Jone Daunivucu, but England hit back when Leicester wing Varndell crossed the line.

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Mika Leawere quickly responded for Fiji, only for Gollings to score and convert for a 14-12 England lead at the break.

Gollings touched down again to open up a 21-12 advantage but Sireli Naqelevuki's try reduced the deficit to two points before Varndell went over in the corner for his second try of the match.

Gollings slotted the conversion for a 28-19 lead, which Fiji reduced to 28-26, yet England's crown was assured.

Varndell has had a wonderful tournament but he will need to keep his feet on the ground Mike Friday England coach

England had reached the final by beating Samoa 7-5 in the semis, with Varndell's last-minute converted try proving crucial.

And England coach Mike Friday singled out Varndell for praise.

"Tommy was sensational, that is true, but he is a young player and he has a few things still to learn," he said.

"That's why he's on the sevens circuit, to ensure he develops his game. He has had a wonderful tournament but he will need to keep his feet on the ground."

Varndell added: "I know if you let your feet get off the ground, there are guys who will knock you back to the floor."