Marcus Smith and Harlequins add grit to glamour game to top Premiership table The England playmaker was instrumental as Leicester’s slow start continued with defeat to Harlequins at Welford Road The Independent UK · Nov 13, 2023
Maro Itoje sparkles on club return for Saracens in victory over Leicester Maro Itoje scored for Saracens in their 32-17 victory over Leicester in the Premiership with the returning England players sparkling for the champions The Guardian - UK · Nov 4, 2023
Saracens bring back England stars in bid to ignite title defence against Leicester Owen Farrell and Maro Itoje are in the starting XV for the Premiership champions but the Tigers are resting their England World Cup players The Guardian - UK · Nov 3, 2023
Borthwick’s England job begins now with a team only just starting out England had grit, smarts, a set piece and a screw-you attitude so third place was fair – but there is real promise in the next generation The Guardian - UK · Oct 28, 2023
England seek evolution not revolution behind six leaders after encouraging World Cup A number of talented young players give England optimism, but a few problem positions will concern Steve Borthwick The Independent UK · Oct 28, 2023
Steve Borthwick ‘delighted’ after England confirm lesson learnt in Argentina win England’s only defeat in Rugby World Cup was the agonising 16-15 loss to South Africa in the semi-final. The Independent UK · Oct 27, 2023
England edge past Argentina to claim third place at rugby World Cup England's brand of unfrilly rugby gained them third place at the World Cup on Friday night following a 26-23 win over Argentina. Radio France Internationale · Oct 27, 2023
Borthwick sees bronze medal as a springboard to England success Steve Borthwick said he hoped England’s World Cup bronze medal could be a platform for future success after his side beat Argentina in the third-place playoff The Guardian - UK · Oct 27, 2023
England player ratings vs Argentina: Sam Underhill back with a bang but Marcus Smith struggles in new role Tom Curry a class act after difficult week but it was a night of pure frustration for Henry Arundell Evening Standard · Oct 27, 2023
England outlast Argentina in Rugby World Cup nail-biter to take bronze Attack still not firing but a third-place finish represents huge progress under Steve Borthwick after dismal build-up Evening Standard · Oct 27, 2023
England’s next generation produce mixed bag to claim Rugby World Cup bronze England 26-23 Argentina: England emerged victorious from an entertaining encounter in Paris with the Pumas to secure third place The Independent UK · Oct 27, 2023
England hold off Argentina fightback to claim third place at World Cup Steve Borthwick’s men earned a 26-23 win at Stade de France. The Independent UK · Oct 27, 2023
Earl and Dan edge England to victory over Argentina in bronze final Tries from Ben Earl and Theo Dan helped England edge to a 26-23 victory over Argentina in the bronze final at the Rugby World Cup The Guardian - UK · Oct 27, 2023
Topsy Ojo column: England must play for pride tonight after huge impact of Kevin Sinfield's motivation Third-place finish at Rugby World Cup would be a fine return Evening Standard · Oct 27, 2023
The Independent UK · Oct 27, 2023 Steve Borthwick grows and Ben Earl stars as England defy World Cup expectations Until they hit a Springbok-shaped roadblock, England were the only semi-final side with an unbeaten record.
The Independent UK · Oct 27, 2023 Is England v Argentina on TV? Channel, time and how to watch Rugby World Cup bronze final Everything you need to know ahead of the third place play-off
The Independent UK · Oct 27, 2023 England and Argentina target perfect swansong in Rugby World Cup game nobody wants to play England and Argentina battle for bronze a week on from semi-final disappointment
The Independent UK · Oct 26, 2023 England and Argentina target perfect swansong in Rugby World Cup game nobody wants to play England and Argentina battle for bronze a week on from semi-final disappointment
The Independent UK · Oct 25, 2023 England captain Owen Farrell: Online abuse of Tom Curry not acceptable Curry has been targeted on social media after he alleged he had been racially abused during the World Cup semi-final defeat to South Africa.
Evening Standard · Oct 25, 2023 Rugby World Cup: Owen Farrell slams 'unacceptable' Tom Curry abuse amid Bongi Mbonambi racism investigation World Rugby continue to look into allegations that have threatened to overshadow World Cup final week
The Independent UK · Oct 25, 2023 Owen Farrell hits out at ‘unacceptable’ abuse of Tom Curry after threats Curry has been the target of threats on social media after alleging that Bongi Mbonambi used a racial slur towards him
The Independent UK · Oct 25, 2023 Tom Curry starts as England reveal team to face Argentina The flanker has received abuse after making an allegation that South Africa hooker Bongi Mbonambi used a racial slur against him in England’s semi-final defeat
The Independent UK · Oct 25, 2023 Tom Curry in England’s starting line-up to face Argentina The Sale flanker has received online abuse in response to the allegation that he was the victim of a racist slur against South Africa.
Evening Standard · Oct 23, 2023 England Rugby World Cup player ratings: Ben Earl steals the show as Marcus Smith dazzles in new role Courtney Lawes enjoys a memorable international swan song but Billy Vunipola fails to impress
The Independent UK · Oct 23, 2023 End of an era? England squad set for major change after Rugby World Cup exit Steve Borthwick will set about creating a new-look England squad for 2027, but who will be there and who will miss out?