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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Duncan Bech

England miss late chances to claim prized New Zealand scalp in narrow defeat

England’s George Ford was unable to take advantage of two late opportunities against New Zealand (Gareth Fuller/PA) - (PA Wire)

England were left distraught by another missed opportunity to topple New Zealand after George Ford just failed to convert a late penalty and drop-goal attempt in a 24-22 defeat at Allianz Stadium.

The All Blacks had regained the lead when Mark Tele’a plundered the second of his two tries, but the hosts were presented with a late chance to snatch victory when Anton Lienert-Brown made a dangerous tackle on Theo Dan.

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