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Steve Borthwick says England written off ‘too early’ ahead of World Cup

England have gone into freefall following a run of five defeats in six Tests.

The Independent UK

Rugby World Cup: Steely-eyed Steve Borthwick not afraid to let mask slip with England

Head coach will back his men to the hilt but always lets them know who is boss

Evening Standard

England select Alex Mitchell and Jonny May for Rugby World Cup opener against Argentina

Tom Curry is also fit to start against Argentina in the crucial Pool D clash in Marseille, while veteran prop Dan Cole gets the nod in a team captained by Courtney Lawes

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Steve Borthwick springs scrum half surprise for England’s World Cup opener against Argentina

Alex Mitchell starts at nine, while Jonny May is also an unexpected starter on the wing

The Independent UK

England pick Alex Mitchell at scrum-half for World Cup opener against Argentina

Mitchell was omitted from the original 33-man squad named by Steve Borthwick only to be given a reprieve when Jack van Poortvliet suffered an injury.

The Independent UK

England vow to atone for spoiling Courtney Lawes milestone in Argentina World Cup opener

The vastly-experienced lock will captain Steve Borthwick’s side against the Pumas after 100th cap ruined by historic Fiji loss

Evening Standard

Rugby World Cup 2023: why are England in such disarray?

We were promised “ad nauseam” that England under new coach Steve Borthwick would peak at the right time, said Oliver Brown in The Daily Telegraph. “All the low-water marks” of recent times – November’s capitulation to South Africa; March’s record loss to France – were “passed off with the blithe…

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England understand consequences of stepping out of line at World Cup – Dan Cole

Cole will appear in his fourth tournament when he lines up against Argentina in Marseille on Saturday.

The Independent UK

‘We’re here for a purpose’: Dan Cole urges England to find World Cup focus

The veteran tighthead prop says getting the balance right on and off the pitch is important before Saturday’s opener with Argentina

The Guardian - UK

Topsy Ojo backs Steve Borthwick’s England to come good at World Cup

Borthwick’s side kick off their Pool D campaign against Argentina on Saturday.

The Independent UK

England ready for ‘dangerous’ Argentina in Rugby World Cup opener

Steve Borthwick names his starting XV on Thursday afternoon, with either Will Stuart or Kyle Sinckler joining Dan Cole in the 23

The Independent UK

England to name Alex Mitchell as shock scrum-half for opener with Argentina

Alex Mitchell is expected to make a shock start at scrum-half in England’s World Cup opener against Argentina as Steve Borthwick seeks to up the tempo

The Guardian - UK

Dan Cole ready for ‘dangerous’ Argentina in England’s World Cup opener

Steve Borthwick names his starting XV on Thursday afternoon, with either Will Stuart or Kyle Sinckler joining Cole in the 23.

The Independent UK

Rugby World Cup 2023: Dan Cole thought England days were over before Steve Borthwick call

Leicester stalwart back in the fold ahead of World Cup opener against Argentina

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Jonny May ready for second England chance after his ‘monkey’ comes out

Initially told by Steve Borthwick that he was going to miss out on England’s 33-man squad, the winger is now back in the fold

Evening Standard

Jonny May reveals anger at Steve Borthwick after initially missing out on England’s Rugby World Cup squad

May wanted to leave the England camp but stayed and ultimately replaced Anthony Watson in the World Cup squad

The Independent UK

Jonny May confronted Steve Borthwick after initial omission from England squad

The Gloucester wing was eventually offered his ticket over The Channel when Anthony Watson was ruled out of the tournament by a calf injury.

The Guardian - UK

Tom Curry will start World Cup opener as England aim to fix leaky defence

The 25-year-old back-rower, yet to appear for England under Steve Borthwick, is expected to start against Argentina after recovering from an ankle injury

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Rugby World Cup 2023: England fixtures and results in full as quarter-final opponent confirmed

England continue their Rugby World Cup campaign against Fiji in the quarter-finals.

Evening Standard

Rugby World Cup 2023: Final date and time, results, schedule, how to watch and odds

New Zealand and South Africa will face off in the 2023 Rugby World Cup final.

Evening Standard

England can’t sack Steve Borthwick after World Cup ‘hand grenade’, says Mike Tindall

The RFU must give head coach time after the situation he inherited even if France campaign is an abject failure, argues 2003 winner

Evening Standard

Ollie Lawrence interview: England centre aiming to repay Steve Borthwick faith after overcoming hurdles

Powerful midfielder aiming to shine in World Cup campaign after Bath reset and moving on from Worcester’s sad demise

The Guardian - UK

‘Competitive animals’ England chew over underdog tag for Argentina tie

Having arrived at their team base in northern France, the 2019 finalists are remaining upbeat about their upcoming World Cup campaign

The Independent UK

Steve Borthwick says out-of-form England will persist with their current tactics

The head coach will not change things on the eve of the World Cup.

Evening Standard

England vs Argentina: Rugby World Cup kick-off time, TV channel, team news, lineups, venue, odds today

England begin their Rugby World Cup campaign against Argentina this evening.

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