England produced an excellent performance to finish at the 2011 World Championships in fifth place with a convincing 29-22 victory over Russia.
It was the second time in the tournament England had beaten Russia after overcoming them in the final match in the second round of pool groups with a much narrower 22-21 victory.
By finishing in fifth place England have bettered their showing at the 2007 Championships, where they came in seventh position. It also equals their best result since the Championships introduced a 16 team format.
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03 Nov '11
England will play-off against Russia for 5th place at the 2011 World Championships after an enthralling, extra time 24-23 win over Portugal.
02 Nov '11
England survived a second half slump to record their third victory at the 2011 World Championships with a nail biting 22-21 victory over Russia.
31 Oct '11
England began the second round of group matches at the 2011 World Championships with a hard fought 31-16 defeat to a strong Belgium side.
30 Oct '11
The first round of the 2011 World Championships was wrapped up on Saturday with England completing their Group C matches with a spirited 25-20 defeat to the third highest ranked country in the world rankings – Chinese Taipei.
29 Oct '11
During the Korfball World Championships in China, England Korfball will bring you personal insights into what it's like to stay in China and play for England at the World Championships.
28 Oct '11
England survived a poor start to qualify for the second stage of the World Championships in China after securing a tight 23-17 victory over Australia.