By Milly McEvoy at the University of Bolton Stadium

Try doubles from Ryan Hall and Dom Young saw England past France 42-18 to put them in pole position to top Pool A. 

Tries from Hall and Luke Thompson helped the hosts into a commanding lead but France fought back with first-half tries from Arthur Mourgue and Eloi Pélissier. 

England regained their composure in the second half as Elliott Whitehead, Victor Radley and Young went over. 

Those scores made certain of a 21st consecutive victory over Les Chanticleers with Arthur Romano's try only a late consolation for France. 

READ MORE: Match report - England 42-18 France

Here's the story of the match in pictures...

Ryan Hall goes over for the second of his tries in an action-packed first half (Getty Images for Rugby League World Cup)

Jordan Dezaria goes head-to-head with Victor Radley (Getty Images for Rugby League World Cup)

Luke Thompson celebrates England's third try at the University of Bolton Stadium (Getty Images for Rugby League World Cup)

Morgan Escare sets off on a run for France (Getty Images for Rugby League World Cup)

Dom Young and Jack Welsby celebrate England's seventh try (Getty Images for Rugby League World Cup)

Jubilant England fans soak up the atmosphere as the hosts secure a second straight win (Getty Images for Rugby League World Cup)

George Williams poses with his Cazoo Player of the Match medal (Getty Images for Rugby League World Cup)

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