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Eddie Jones says Australia ‘under the pump’ heading into crunch Wales showdown

The Wallabies suffered a shock 22-15 defeat to Fiji at the weekend.

The Independent UK · Sep 18, 2023

Far from faultless but England do the business in bonus-point win over Japan

After all the pre-tournament angst, England are almost there.

The National (Scotland) · Sep 18, 2023

Rob Herring says family all supporting Ireland against native South Africa

Herring’s mother and two of his three sisters have travelled from Cape Town for the tournament.

The Independent UK · Sep 18, 2023

England really answered only one question: can they kick it? Oh God, yes

After the euphoria of the win over Argentina, this was a reminder of how far Steve Borthwick’s side have to go

The Guardian - UK · Sep 17, 2023

Steve Borthwick defiant after England beat Japan and promises better to come

The England head coach Steve Borthwick said: ‘We’re seeing strides in fundamental aspects,’ while Ben Earl added they are ‘growing and improving’

The Guardian - UK · Sep 17, 2023

England vs Japan player ratings: Ben Earl dominant as returning Billy Vunipola delivers smart cameo

England made it two wins from two at the Rugby World Cup by seeing off Japan on Sunday evening.

Evening Standard · Sep 17, 2023

England muddle past Japan at rugby World Cup

England edged closer to the last eight at the rugby union World Cup on Sunday night following a 34-12 victory over Japan at the Allianz Riviera in Nice.

Radio France Internationale · Sep 17, 2023

England 34-12 Japan: Steve Borthwick’s side on course for Rugby World Cup quarter-finals but work to do

Four tries eventually break down the Brave Blossoms to stay perfect in Pool D but it was a mostly scrappy display in Nice

Evening Standard · Sep 17, 2023

England 34-12 Japan: player ratings from the Rugby World Cup

Ben Earl impressed again for England but few in the backline were able to shine against a determined Japan side

The Guardian - UK · Sep 17, 2023

England battle to bonus-point victory in messy display against Japan

Lewis Ludlam, Courtney Lawes, Freddie Steward and Joe Marchant all touched down as England eventually saw off their enterprising opponents in Nice.

The Independent UK · Sep 17, 2023